Charlotte Hanlon, played by Taylour Paige, was introduced to viewers in the second episode of the HBO Max hit IT: Welcome to Derry. The wife of Leroy Hanlon (played by Jovan Adepo) and mom of Will (Blake Cameron James) is a refreshingly outspoken and analytical newcomer who immediately senses that something is wrong in Derry.
Whether it’s women’s intuition or Black Girl Magic, Charlotte is definitely onto something, and she might be Derry’s best hope. Here are 10 reasons why Charlotte Hanlon would be the PERFECT mayor of Derry.
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She calls out the town’s nonsense for what it is.
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She values family, education, and good character.
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She has a chic sense of style.
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Charlotte provides a safe space for both her husband and son to open up about their feelings.
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The children of Derry are in desperate need of a positive role model.
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Charlotte’s activist background gives her some political expertise.
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Charlotte can relate to those in the community who are othered.
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Her professional experience as a teacher means she has the patience of a saint.
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Being a military wife gives her extra insight into what’s at stake for the town.
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