Topic: 2023 Philadelphia Mayoral Election
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Who is Cherelle Parker?
Parker is the 100th — and first woman — mayor of Philadelphia. Here's what we know about her
By The Philadelphia Citizen Staff
Cherelle Parker’s Philly Shine
The mayor-elect’s election night speech heralds new energy. Plus: Shapiro wasn’t on the ballot, but was a winner nonetheless
By Larry Platt
Who Won in Philadelphia
On November 7, Philly (some of us, at least) voted. Here's our list of winners and losers for Mayor, City Council, judges, and more
By Julie Platt and The Citizen Staff
The Ultimate Guide to the 2023 General Election in Philadelphia
Tuesday, November 7 — today! — we vote. Here's everything you need to know about candidates for Mayor, City Council, judges — the future of Philadelphia
By Julie Platt and The Citizen Staff
Jeff Yass — The Devil … Or Engaged Citizen?
The school choice mega-billionaire is at it again, spending lavishly on judicial elections and City Council races. Cue the wringing of hands.
By Larry Platt
More Out-of-School Programs for Philly Kids
Greater Philadelphia Extracurricular Collaborative suggests Philadelphia’s next leader look to successful OST programs in Los Angeles and Boston — and engage a qualified local partner to build a legacy of caring for our students
By Laura Johnson Beth Devine and Shira Hodges
What’s the Problem with David Oh?
The Republican mayoral candidate is a nice guy with progressive values, governing experience and Philly pride. And yet …
By Lauren McCutcheon
Who Should Replace Danielle Outlaw?
Philly’s police commissioner announced her resignation this week. Here, some candidates the next mayor should consider, and why
By Roxanne Patel Shepelavy
Hire a Kick-Ass Trash Czar
The next in a series of political and policy advice to presumptive Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker looks to New York City for an idea she should steal: Appoint a sanitation commissioner
By Roxanne Patel Shepelavy