Van De Putte not ruling out run for Mayor

Senator Leticia Van de Putte, running for Lt. Governor, speaks Wednesday October 22, 2014 at a rally in San Pedro Park launching a statewide "Vote Leticia Tour." Senator Leticia Van de Putte, running for Lt. Governor, speaks Wednesday October 22, 2014 at a rally in San Pedro Park launching a statewide "Vote Leticia Tour." Photo: For The San Antonio Express-News Photo: For The San Antonio Express-News Image 1 of / 39 Caption Close Van De Putte not ruling out run for Mayor 1 / 39 Back to Gallery

State Sen. Leticia Van De Putte left open the possibility of a run for San Antonio Mayor in comments she made to media Sunday about speculation that she would be a candidate.

Van De Putte, D-San Antonio, was unsuccessful in her bid last week for lieutenant governor as the Democratic nominee.

Speculation has increased that she would be one of a large field of potential candidates in the mayoral race next year.

"Recently, many business and community leaders have asked me to play a new role in service to San Antonio, as Mayor," she said in response to press inquiries about whether she'd considerign a run. " I am humbled by their confidence and support. At this time, I am enjoying my family and praying for guidance."

Van De Putte added that this week she is working to organize the 2nd Annual Walk/Run For Rex, a fundraiser in memory of her grandson Rex Van de Putte who died in 2013 of sudden infant death syndrome. Proceeds go to programs and services of the Southwest SIDS Research Institute.

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