Rochester, N.Y. — Clifford Florence Sr. and Clifford Florence Jr. have announced their candidacies for Rochester mayor and city council, respectively, marking a historic moment for the city.
The father-son duo are the son and grandson of the late Minister Franklin Florence Sr., a prominent civil rights leader who played a significant role in the city’s history, including during the 1964 riots.
The Florences said they are committed to preserving the legacy of Franklin Florence Sr. and continuing his work in civil rights advocacy…