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Harry Mitchell: Tempe’s Quiet Architect | Mesa News
Harry Mitchell, the beloved longtime mayor of Tempe and a towering figure in Arizona politics, passed away at 86, leaving behind a legacy of public service that shaped the city and inspired generations. A former teacher at his alma mater, Mitchell served as Tempe mayor for 16 years, then spent eight years in the Arizona Senate and two terms in the U.S. House. His son, also a Tempe mayor, honored his memory with heartfelt gratitude. Praised by Arizona’s Attorney General as one of the state’s most decent politicians, Mitchell’s impact is immortalized in a statue near City Hall. His family is…
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