Voters will decide on several races in Central Texas including who will replace Austin Mayor Steve Adler.
as the two candidates to face off the in the runoff. Israel was the top vote-getter with about 40% of the vote with Watson getting about 35%. Jennifer Virden finished in 3rd place with 18% of the vote. Below is a look at Israel and Watson.
"This city forged me into who I am today. I find energy in Austin and power in its people. Diversity is our strength. We share ideas and fight injustice through our activism. We are always ready to lend a hand to our neighbors in need. Our city vibrates with opportunity and excitement as each one of us blazes our own path."
"We have this opportunity to break up the status quo and accomplish our shared vision for this great city. We can make housing more affordable, so the people who drive our economy can put down roots in the community they serve. We can make our community safer and healthier by strengthening our safety nets and investing in our people. We can make it easier to get around town by building a world-class public transportation system.
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