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Despite party differences, these local leaders are finding success in working together The Grand Rapids mayor and Kent County Board Chair are putting partisan politics aside for the common good. and last updated 2021-05-13 22:49:58-04 GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. â Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalynn Bliss, a proud Democrat, keeps an iconic Republican in mind when sheâs at work. âWe re the home of Gerald Ford, and he was a shining example of working with everyone for the betterment of this country.â Bliss said. âBeing able to put aside your own self-interest, and really come to the table with the community s best interests at heart.â ....