Indianapolis, Indiana – An Indianapolis consultant has made an official announcement that he will be running for the post at the next mayoral election in 2023.
The third Democrat to join the race is Gregory Meriweather, who has been an advisor to police chiefs, political figures, and community and business leaders. In addition to State Representative Robin Shackleford and pastor James Jackson, he is the third black contender to declare their intention to run for mayor in the next election in 2023.
Each of the aforementioned individuals is hoping to become the first black leader.
Meriweather expressed his intention in the statement that he made on Friday, which was to offer a voice to those individuals who are overlooked within the community.
“As I run, I understand that this will not be a politician’s usual campaign,” Meriweather said. “I stand on the shoulders of those who are overlooked, those who are not listened to, and those who are overstepped. As of today, if you’re looking for a candidate that represents the community in a way that has never been represented before, Gregory Meriweather is throwing his name in the hat,” Meriweather said.
