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"There's a potential for this election to be about something, but none of the candidates has stepped forward to put their stamp on it," Sondermann says. "All of the candidates are pitching to narrow constituencies. If one candidate broke out of the pack and tried to define what the race is about, it would serve them well. Is it a discussion of haves and have-nots? The economy? Congestion issues and mobility? Clearing out the rotted City Hall and starting anew? Voters are asking what's new, what's the next big thing for Denver? That's what's missing from this race."