Mayor Duggan, Council President Sheffield (File photos)

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, a gubernatorial candidate, announced Wednesday his endorsement of City Council President Mary Sheffield for mayor in November.

“For 12 years, Mary Sheffield has been a major force in Detroit’s recovery,” Duggan said in a press release. “She used her leadership on Council to make sure every voice was heard and to ensure each program included all Detroiters. She is clearly the most qualified candidate to be the next mayor of Detroit.”

Sheffield welcomed the endorsement at a press conference outside a home in the 5th District, which she currently represents.

“I am truly honored to receive Mayor Duggan’s endorsement,” Sheffield said in a statement. “Over the past decade, we have worked side by side to move o

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