Original sentence: Another public poll in April 2006 had Munter as the front runner with a significant lead over Chiarelli.The trend has held; as of October 3, every poll made public has shown Munter in first place, usually by a small margin
Edited sentence: A public poll in April 2006 had Munter as the clear front runner with a significant lead over Chiarelli.Has publicly backed incumbant Bob Chiarelli as mayor: "I like Bob Chiarelli and have worked closely with him.He is a good mayor who has presided over the most successful big-city amalgamation in the country.He is also facing increasing competition from other left-wing candidates including Barkley Pollock and Jane Scharf.The new city is in good hands; Bob deserves re-election