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Jones, Charles “Give A Dam”

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Jones, Charles “Give A Dam”

August 21, 2026

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C. F. Jones, known as “Give-a-dam,” announced his candidacy for alderman from El Paso’s First Ward and issued a populist platform attacking the city administration, criticizing municipal spending, opposing special privileges, and calling for lower salaries and reduced expenses. He argued that the…

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