DONNA BULLOCK

PHILADELPHIA, PA

State Representative

State Rep. Donna Bullock is a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives representing the 195th Legislative District in north Philadelphia and the greater art museum area She won the seat in a special election held Aug 11, 2015.

A lawyer and Temple alumna, she previously served as special assistant to Philadelphia City Council President Darrell L Clarke and as the City Council research fellowship director. She joined Clarke's office in January 2011 as his community and economic development coordinator. Before her work for the city, Bullock worked at a private law firm and for Philadelphia Community Legal Services, where she formed and advised nonprofit organizations, small businesses and community groups.

Rep Bullock's public service precedes her work in government She has volunteered and served on several boards, task forces, and coalitions, including the Smith Memorial Playground, the Columbia North YMCA Advisory Board, West Philadelphia Child Care Network, and the Mayor's Office of Community Service Advisory Board

Currently, she serves as chair of the Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus, the Children and Youth Committee and the Ethics Committee. She is a member of the Philadelphia House Delegation and sits on the executive board of the National Black Caucus of State Legislators. She is a former member of the Appropriations Committee.

Darisha Parker

PHILADELPHIA, PA STATE REPRESENTATIVE

Darisha K. Parker was elected to serve her first term in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in November 2020. As a native of Northwest Philadelphia, she understands the issues that matter most to the people and families in the 198th legislative district

With a bachelor’s degree in communications from Bennett College, Darisha is expanding upon her respected reputation as a public relations expert and entrepreneur by using her skills to restore confidence in government through transparency and open communication. A proud graduate of Germantown High School's magnet program, Darisha understands a quality, public education is critical, which is why she's committed to fully funding Philadelphia schools and connecting its students and teachers with the resources they need to succeed in a safe learning environment.

As an active member of her local Town Watch, she has spearheaded her own grassroots initiatives to protect her communities from violence and help victims of these senseless acts, including a lifesaving effort that led to the secure return of an abducted woman from Germantown

Working as a legislative assistant for her dedicated predecessor Rosita C. Youngblood, Darisha understands the ins and outs of constituent services and has partnered with community advocates and residents to stop gun violence, reduce the poverty rate and fight to make clean air and water accessible to everyone

Her other priorities include enacting criminal justice reforms, giving a voice to seniors, preserving parks and recreation centers, and providing affordable healthcare to all Pennsylvanians.

James Logan currently serves as the City Manager for the City (City) of Coatesville. His core mission includes: managing a $12 million dollar operating budget, creating policy and meaningful legislation, implementing economic and community development planning, and overseeing operational functions governed under a Third-class Charter Rule.

He organizes and engages in all affairs of the City and makes recommendations to a seven-member, City Council governing body. He maintains an effective working relationship with community residents, local leaders, educators, and representatives from local, state, and federal agencies

Under his leadership, the City of Coatesville has helped coordinate and monitor forty plus (40+) economic and community development initiatives resulting in over $200million dollars of investments. Mr. Logan has led efforts to encourage start-ups and minority owned businesses in the city resulting in training programs and incubator opportunities for emerging companies and inspiring entrepreneurs

James has held executive leadership and contractor positions with the Chester County Economic Development Council, New Jersey Department of Labor, African-American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey, Philadelphia Workforce Investment Board, and Delaware Valley Industrial Resource Center He’s amassed years of experience in workforce and economic development, strategic planning, grant writing, project management, and marketing in both private and public sectors. In 2010, he officially launched 360feedback, a small workforce and human-capital development training organization.