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Capitol Beat
5 things we know, post-primary edition
Progressives prevailed in Pittsburgh and more special elections could be on the horizon.
Philadelphia Mayor's Race 2023
How Cherelle Parker’s ‘village’ made a path to victory
The Democratic mayoral primary victor’s ability to hold a majority of the Black vote throughout Philadelphia propelled her to victory
Philadelphia Mayor's Race 2023
Cherelle Parker wins historic Philadelphia Democratic mayoral primary
The former City Councilmember is on track to become the city’s 100th mayor and its first female leader.
Capitol Beat
Heather Boyd wins special election, Dems keep control of PA House
The race between Boyd and GOP candidate Katie Ford was one of the most-watched of this cycle and included an endorsement by President Joe Biden.
Philadelphia Mayor's Race 2023
Philadelphia’s leading mayoral candidates cast their ballots in person
Jeff Brown, Allan Domb and Rebecca Rhynhart crossed paths at their polling place this morning
News & Politics
5 Pennsylvania elections to watch for outside of Philadelphia
From state courts to county council, here are the most significant races in the state.
Capitol Beat
Joe Biden endorses Democrat Heather Boyd in high-stakes PA House race
The endorsement came just a day before the special election, which will determine control of the state House.
Philadelphia Mayor's Race 2023
What Helen Gym, Cherelle Parker and Rebecca Rhynhart said about being Philadelphia’s first woman mayor
Three of the leading mayoral candidates speak about how their victories would be historic for the City of Philadelphia
News & Politics
Lawmakers advance legislation banning pre-checked campaign contribution boxes
The bill would require candidates and committees to get clear consent for recurring contributions.
Philadelphia Mayor's Race 2023
Bill Green endorses Allan Domb in Philly mayor’s race
The former Philadelphia mayor said Domb is the best candidate in the race.
Interviews & Profiles
Jeff Brown wants to make Philadelphia his business
The fourth-generation grocer is playing the role of political outsider in the Democratic field of candidates.
Analysis
20/24 vision: How the last presidential election is influencing the next one
Democratic and Republicans strategists from around the state weigh in on what it will take to win next year.
Philadelphia Mayor's Race 2023
Ed Rendell is endorsing Rebecca Rhynhart in Philly mayor’s race
The former mayor and governor joins the list of former mayors to back Rhynhart.
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Campaigns & Elections
Derek Green endorses Cherelle Parker in Philadelphia mayor’s race
Parker continues to rack up endorsements from Black lawmakers and local leaders.
News & Politics
State House gets closer to realizing mail-in ballot and pre-canvassing reforms
The bill that would allow more time for elections officials to count mail-in ballots now heads to the House chamber for a vote.
Interviews & Profiles
‘The kids are not OK’: Helen Gym’s big plans for Philly center around the youth
The first Asian American woman to serve on City Council is hoping to be the first female mayor in the city’s history.
Interviews & Profiles
Derek Green has a family-focused approach to running for mayor of Philadelphia
The former City Councilmember says his parenting and political experience drives his campaign for the city’s 100th mayor.
Campaigns & Elections
Former Gov. Corbett calls for ‘hyper-localized’ dialogue on democracy, civics
Corbett said conversations at the local level could be the solution to distrust in elections.
Interviews & Profiles
‘Pragmatic progressive’ Maria Quiñones Sánchez on finding her niche in a crowded Philly mayor’s race
The former City Councilmember won four terms in office without support from Democratic party leaders.
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