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EPISODE · Sep 16, 2025 · 42 MIN

26 candidates, 1 winner in Ward 8 byelection

from Placeline Hamilton · host The Hamilton Spectator

Voters in Ward 8 have their work cut out for them sorting through 26 candidates to choose the one they prefer in the race to replace John Paul Danko. Assuming they show up at the polls, that is, which is never a sure thing in byelections.  But this is an important choice for the city. And it's an important moment for the person who ultimately gets selected. Former city councillor Judi Partridge talks about both sides of the equation - the crucial nature of the position but also what the winner can expect. And it's not always pretty.

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