NEW YORK — Mayor Yemi Mobolade made history in May when he was elected as the first Black immigrant and non-GOP mayor of Colorado Springs, Colorado. The former pastor ran as an independent on a platform, he says, that focused on 'quality of life' over party lines.
NEW YORK — Mayor Yemi Mobolade made history in May when he was elected as the first Black immigrant and non-GOP mayor of Colorado Springs, Colorado. The former pastor ran as an independent on a platform, he says, that focused on “quality of life” over party lines.
Mobolade immigrated to the United States from Nigeria almost 30 years ago. He became an American citizen in 2017. To coincide with the 6-year anniversary of his naturalization, Mobolade spoke to “GMA3” hosts Eva Pilgrim and DeMarco Morgan about his platform and vision for Colorado Springs.You became a citizen six years ago. I'm curious, though, why did you decide to run for mayor?Yeah, today is a special day for me.
My wife and I are parents of three young kids, so it's always on the top of our minds. And Club Q was a devastating event in our community. And while justice has been served, the work of justice has only begun. And that's bringing healing to many of the survivors affected and their family members, but also ensuring that our community is safe.
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