FILE - In this June 21, 2018 file photo, Leon Ford weeps from his wheelchair while addressing a crowd gathered to protest the East Pittsburgh police shooting death of Antwon Rose, at the Allegheny County Courthouse, in downtown Pittsburgh. Ford, who was paralyzed in a police-involved shooting during a traffic stop has announced he is running for Pittsburgh City Council.Ford said in a statement Thursday, Oct. 25 he will run for the city’s District 9 seat. According to Ford, the campaign will focus on creating economic opportunities for residents and making neighborhoods safe. He plans to formally launch his campaign on Nov. 11. The seat is currently held by the Reverend Ricky Burgess. (Steve Mellon/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette via AP, File)
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