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Aiken Debates City Council Voting Plans 4-2-1 vs 5-1-1
City leaders discuss keeping the 4-2-1 districts or switching to the 5-1-1 model for council elections. Mayor Fred Cavanaugh and Council member Richard Smith advocate the 5-1-1 option, while Jane Vaughters and Don Sprawls defend the current 4-2-1 system. The Justice Department voting equity issue and past forced changes are noted as context.
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