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When Bailey decides to run for class president, she hopes that winning the election will give her the standing and acceptance she needs to secure her place in a foster home. Facing classmates, rival candidates, and school politics, Bailey must navigate the challenges of leadership and the emotional stakes of her living situation.
The story follows a young student’s ambition and resilience as she learns that popularity, responsibility, and community support are intertwined in unexpected ways.
First publish date: 1988
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Patricia Hermes
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