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I always thought a cane was dapper. Maybe I'll order a three-piece suit from London.

Brooks Patterson, the Oakland County, Mich., executive, who's in a wheelchair after suffering several injuries from a car accident. He's seeking his fifth four-year term in November.

Brooks Patterson, the Oakland County, Mich., executive, who's in a wheelchair after suffering several injuries from a car accident. He's seeking his fifth four-year term in November.

Caroline Cournoyer is GOVERNING's senior web editor.
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