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Howie: Forsman won't run for mayor in '27

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Arik Forsman on running for mayor of Duluth in 2027: "I am humbled ... that there are Duluthians who think I could make a half-decent mayor. But I have no plans to run for the seat next year. I am happy in my role as a councilor, my career at Minnesota Power, and a busy family life. I love Duluth and could see giving it a run in the future, but it’s just not in the cards for 2027."

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