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The 100th mayor of the city will be elected and the ballot order is set for mayoral candidates

The Democratic mayoral field has 12 candidates vying to face likely Republican candidate David Oh (who is running unopposed in the primary) in the...
The Philadelphia Sunday Sun

The can of destiny

One by one, candidates for races including Mayor, City Council, Sheriff, and Register of Wills came to the front of Conversation Hall to pick a wooden...
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Philly needs a change of direction

65% of Philadelphians think the city is on the wrong track, according to the Every Voice, Every Vote What Philly Wants poll. This public opinion poll...
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Who is Erika Almirón?

"If elected to [city council], I would prioritize public safety given the rise in gun violence since the pandemic. This would include focusing on...
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The Philadelphia Inquirer

Most Philadelphians think the city needs more cops. They’re split on more money.

About two-thirds of Philadelphians believe that the city does not have enough police, according to a new Lenfest Institute/SSRS poll that surveyed...