Jose Antonio Rivera Announces His Candidacy for At-Large City Council in Worcester
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Jose Antonio Rivera, Worcester’s own former three-time world champion boxer stopped by the Talk of the Commonwealth after announcing his candidacy for At-Large City Council in Worcester. Rivera spoke about the issues of top concern to him including policing and housing. He spoke about closing the gap on Worcester’s dual tax rate. Rivera placed a special emphasis on reaching young people and the struggles he sees them going through. He said he will listen and address the concerns of the constituents.
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