The inauguration of Brandon Whipple as Wichitas 102nd mayor marks a new era in local politics.
A lot of questions are on the table as the 37-year-old Democrat assumes the non-partisan position at the helm of City Hall.
But one big question stands out: How the heck did this relatively unknown, brash, outspoken, non-traditional politician displace an incumbent mayor who was backed by all the traditional power centers in local politics?
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