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In retrospect, Charlotte always was the frontrunner.
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"When I ran for mayor, I campaigned on values of community building, equity and job growth. The economic impact from the RNC is supportive of those values."
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McDaniel called Mayor Lyles "the best mayor."
Mayor Lyles said: "We are going to show you the true meaning of southern hospitality"
"Your mayor was fantastic. Your mayor really wanted it badly -- who is a Democrat -- and the people want it."
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