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NEW YORK At age 70, former Mets manager Bobby Valentine is entering the political arena. The longtime baseball man announced Friday that he will run as an independent candidate for mayor of his hometown, Stamford, Conn.
“My experience turning around troubled organizations in challenging periods has taught me that a crisis calls for a leader who knows how to adapt on a moment’s notice,” Valentine wrote in a supplement to his campaign video. “I’m proud to be driven by empathy and passion we all win when we are committed to increased access to a high quality life for all.”