A well-known progressive, Louisville Metro Council Member Parrish-Wright launched her mayoral campaign over the weekend during a birthday brunch at Colonial Gardens in the South End. Surrounded by supporters, including former state Rep. Attica Scott, Parrish-Wright said she loves Louisville and it’s where she decided to raise her family.
“I serve this community every day and, like so many of you, I believe Louisville deserves leadership that shows up, tells the truth and delivers results,” she said at the event.
Parrish-Wright, who is the executive director of advocacy group VOCAL-KY, joins a competitive field of candidates. So far, eight people have filed to run, including incumbent Mayor Craig Greenberg. More could jump in before the filing deadline on Friday…