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From the editorial: "Anyone doubting the enormity of this local vote can consider that, in addition to the high-profile mayor’s race, more than half of the Duluth City Council seats could turn over."

From the editorial: "Before casting any ballot, it’s good to be educated on the issues and candidates. The forums this coming week are valuable opportunities."

From the editorial: "There are all sorts of politically strategic reasons to refuse to publicly face voters and answer hard questions, but they tend to serve only the candidates while constituents and the voting public are snubbed and shortchanged."