A True Leader

County Mayor Mark Luttrell has been noticeably quiet during this entire merger process. Though he plays a pivotal role in all of this. I am impressed with how he finally responded to the media on the subject. The mayor made a bold an unpopular move. One that obviously wasn't politically motivated because he angered some of his base supporters. He spoke out despite what would have easily been a cop out, in favor of what he feels is right for the entire Shelby county. That's signs of a true leader.

Some Republicans in this city and even state read the writing on the wall, and recognize the benefits of a unified city. Memphis is home to one of the top ten manufacturing plants (Carrier)in the country. With the president's initiative to promote jobs loss overseas. This is just the beginning. Those Republicans like Democrats are focused on passage of their joint legislative agenda, which focuses on economic development, jobs, public safety and removing blight from neighborhoods. A chain is only as strong as it's weakest link

http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2012/jan/25/shelby-county-mayor-luttrell-says-state-should-not/.