Philadelphia Mayor's Race 2023

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

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.

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.

Campaigns & Elections

Derek Green endorses Cherelle Parker in Philadelphia mayor’s race

Parker continues to rack up endorsements from Black lawmakers and local leaders.

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.

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.

From the Editor

Editor’s Note: Making the argument for more newsworthy political debates

Debates offer an opportunity for candidates to distinguish themselves; but most Philly mayoral hopefuls seem to tow the same line.

Philadelphia Mayor's Race 2023

Philly mayoral hopefuls share their vision for the city’s arts and culture sectors during debate

Last week, candidates offered glimpses into how they would support Philadelphia’s creative and cultural economy.

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Philadelphia Mayor's Race 2023

From shining shoes to shaping policy, Allan Domb is planning Philadelphia's path forward

The real estate broker and former City Council member is relying on his private and public sector expertise to attract voters to his mayoral campaign.

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Cherelle Parker’s latest pitch: ‘Cherelle Parker wants to be Philly’s next mayor’

The former state rep, City Councilmember and now lobbyist is banking on her legislative accomplishments to propel her to victory.

Philadelphia Mayor's Race 2023

Rebecca Rhynhart is running to be Philly’s 100th mayor – the first female to lead the city

The former city controller has made her mastery of the city’s finances a leading message throughout her campaign.

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Former Philly fiscal watchdog Rebecca Rhynhart officially launches bid for mayor

The former city controller is the first non-City Councilmember to announce their candidacy for Philadelphia’s highest office.