Calgarians want ‘leadership that listens,’ says Sonya Sharp, in announcing mayoral bid
[Excerpt] By Scott Strasser
Sonya Sharp is entering the race to be Calgary’s next mayor, saying she feels she can “bring Calgarians back” to supporting their local government.
Ending months of speculation that she would run for council chambers’ central seat, the current Ward 1 councillor and Varsity resident confirmed her candidacy at The Rooftop on Monday evening, at an event hosted by her Communities First political party.
“I think given the alternative Calgarians have right now or today, they’re not getting what they need,” Sharp said Monday, in an interview. “I really do think I have something different to offer, and I think Calgarians deserve better. They’re craving leadership that listens and not lectures.”