Monroe Dispatch - No Struggle, No Progress

Marie Brown, a candidate for Monroe City Council in District 4, has decided to end her campaign and endorse Rodney McFarland for the council seat. Brown made her decision public in a statement released on Monday, March 4, 2024, expressing her belief that McFarland is the ideal candidate to represent District 4 and the city. She stated, "After much consideration and reflection, I have decided to suspend my campaign for Monroe City Council in District 4. I believe that Rodney McFarland is the right person to lead our community and advocate for the needs of our district. I am proud to endorse him and will do everything in my power to support his campaign."

Brown's endorsement of McFarland comes as a surprise to many, given her active campaigning and significant support from local residents and community leaders. Nevertheless, Brown's decision was made after careful deliberation and with the best interests of District 4 in mind. In response, McFarland expressed gratitude for her support, saying, "I am honored to have Marie Brown's endorsement and am grateful for her confidence in my ability to serve as the council representative for District 4. I look forward to working with her and the rest of the community to address the issues facing our district and make positive changes for our city."

Brown's endorsement is expected to have a major impact on the election's outcome and could shift the race dynamics in McFarland's favor.

Photo: Marie Brown endorses Rodney McFarland for City Council District 4 before supporters including Monroe City School Board member Brenda Shelling, Walk in the Word Bishop Danny and Apostle Carolyn Hunt, DJ PPW, Rob Lloyd, and many others.