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According to the city's website: "Richmond is experiencing a pivotal year of growth, long-term planning, and a highly-anticipated municipal election." On today's episode, the CBC's Steve Zhang takes a close look at the five candidates who have entered the race to be Richmond's next mayor. They'll replace Malcolm Brodie, the city's longest-serving mayor, who has been at the post for 25 years. And we also hear from Cathy Yan, a member of the Richmond Poverty Reduction Coalition, about addressing the needs of Richmond's low-income residents.
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