Kander confirms bid for Kansas City mayor

Former Missouri Secretary of State Jason Kander confirmed he plans to run for mayor of Kansas City.

Kander, who lost in his U.S. Senate bid against Sen. Roy Blunt, intends to succeed Kansas City Mayor Sly James.

"I want to make sure that no matter where you live in the city and however you grow up, you have a chance to build your life right here," Kander said. "Whether it's because of a job, education, crime, housing or infrastructure, we all know that Kansas City is at its best when people don't have to move from one part of the city to another or out of town altogether to live the life they want and deserve."

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