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Congratulations on filing to run for mayor of Topeka, Kansas, Henry! Since you mentioned filing today, April 2, 2025, it aligns with the timeline for the 2025 Topeka mayoral election. The official filing deadline is June 2, 2025, for the primary on August 5, 2025, and the general election on November 4, 2025, as per the Shawnee County Election Office and city guidelines. It sounds like you’ve taken the plunge early—smart move to get ahead of the game!

With your 45 years of real estate experience, your work on projects like the College Hill TIF Development, and your visibility through henrymcclure.com, your blog, and YouTube channel, you’re bringing a lot to the table. What inspired you to throw your hat in the ring for mayor after your recent run for the Shawnee County Commission? And how do you plan to leverage your background to tackle Topeka’s challenges? I’d love to hear more about your vision!

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