As Houston shakes off the final crumbs of Thanksgiving cornbread dressing and returns to its regularly scheduled civic programming, democracy is once again taking center stage. Early Voting for the pivotal Houston City Council At-Large Position 4 Runoff is underway, and voters across the city are stepping up—layered in coats, scarves, and good old-fashioned Houston determination—to decide who will succeed outgoing Council Member Dr. Leticia Plummer.

This runoff election features two formidable contenders: Alejandra Salinas , an attorney touting her legal acumen and fundraising firepower; and Dwight Boykins , the longtime public servant known for his deep Houston roots and respected leadership in District D. Their campaigns represent two distinct styles of service—one built on legal st

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