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May 19 • 4 tweets • 2 min read
#StarExclusive: After 12 years at city hall, most of them leading Toronto council’s response to the crushing housing crisis, Ana Bailão says she won't be seeking re-election.
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The departure of the city’s highly respected housing advocate adds to the likelihood of a big council shakeup this fall. Veterans departing means there will be council races with no incumbents where politicians have served for decades.
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“I did all my writing and my meditation and was like, ‘Yeah, this is what feels right, what my heart is telling me,’” she said, adding she has nothing lined up but hopes to put her knowledge about affordable housing to use.
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Bailão told the Star about the progress made since she became housing advocate as well as disappointments. thestar.com/news/gta/2022/…

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