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Black clergy backs Williams for Mayor
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| Local pastor Donald Morton explains why they chose Williams. |
More than a dozen members of the city's black clergy are endorsing their choice in the crowded race for Wilmington mayor.
WDEL's Amy Cherry reports.
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Wilmington's black clergy has thrown their support behind Dennis P. Williams for Mayor.
Dr. Donald Morton is the Pastor and founder of the Rhema Christian Center International in the city.
"We believe that Dennis Williams will make the difference in the City of Wilmington as its Mayor. He is for the big, and he is for the little and is committed to stronger and safer neighborhoods," says Morton.
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To get those safer neighborhoods, Williams tells the clergy he will continue to walk the streets, so that people don't have to be afraid.
"I am coming after you, if you're carrying narcotics and firearms. I'm not hugging thugs. I'm not giving bouquet of roses to murderers. I am going after violent offenders with a vigor," promises Williams.
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Morton says its also important for all good secular leaders to have working relationships with sacred leaders.
"We believe in the divine vision that has been passed down to him, and we wholeheartedly support him in his efforts," Morton says.
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Williams, a spiritual man himself, says he will work to accomplish all that the city needs by curbing crime, keeping kids in school, and tightening the purse-strings.
He says he'll work to unite communities and won't be afraid to ask the clergy for advice.
"You're looking at a person, who will lead you into the 21st century with safe streets, a balanced budget; we will work on the dropout rate, and will bring true economic development," Williams says.
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