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Vop Osili Launches 2027 Indianapolis Mayoral Bid

He pitches a pragmatic focus on core services over ideology.

Overview

  • Osili announced his candidacy Thursday in a social media video accompanied by a press release.
  • The longtime Democrat has served 14 years on the City-County Council, including eight as council president.
  • He did not seek re-election as council president last year, signaling a shift toward an executive run.
  • His stated priorities include affordable housing, public safety rooted in trust and humanity, infrastructure, and broader economic opportunity.
  • The race enters its procedural phase with a Feb. 6 filing deadline for candidates and a May 5 primary.