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Keeping You Posted With The Politics Of Philadelphia
October 27, 2010
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27 OCTOBER, 2010
4 Suburban House Races May Hold Statewide Balance statewide political observer has named four close State House contests among 16 that collectively may decide the fate of that chamber. Currently, Democrats hold a slim 4-seat majority in the House.
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Writing in the Pennsylvania Independent, Eric Boehm cited the 26th Dist. in Chester Co. as a potential Democrat upset. Challenger Fern Kaufman is taking on incumbent Timothy Hennessey, who was first elected in 1992. Said Boehm, “Hennessey should hold this District, but keep an eye on it because he only beat Kaufman by 4% in 2008 and direct rematches tend to favor the challenger. The District has a slim Republican advantage of 400 voters.” Also in Chester Co., Boehm calls the 13th Dist. a tossup. Democrat State Rep. Tom Houghton, who was first elected two years ago, is 27 OCTOBER, 2010
being opposed by Republican John Lawrence. “Houghton beat Lawrence by 1.3% in 2008 and faces a rematch this year, which could be a challenge for him, given anti-incumbency sentiment running as high as it is,” writes Boehm. The District is located in southern Chester Co. and has a 4,000 voter Republican advantage. It was represented by a Republican in every General Assembly since 1970, until Houghton was carried to a narrow victory by the Obama wave in 2008. Additionally, the House Republican Campaign Committee has specifically targeted this District, making this is one of the most likely places for a Republican pickup in 2010.”
in 2008 when the seat was vacant, but reelection could present a challenge for him,” Boehm judges. “This District has a 1,000 voter advantage for the GOP and was in Republican hands from 1992 until 2008. As a first-time incumbent, Santarsiero could be vulnerable and Republicans are confident they will be able to pick up this one.” “Of all the seats in the state that might go the other way, that is probably one of the most likely,” said Mr. Madonna of the 31st district.
In Bucks Co.’s 31st Dist., Boehm predicts Republican Robert Ciervo stands a good chance of unseating another freshman Democrat, Steve Santarsiero. “Santarsiero won by more than 5% THE PHILADELPHIA DAILY RECORD
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House Dems Raise More Than $6.6 Million for 2010 Races Oct. 28State Rep. Kenyatta Johnson hosts Job Fair & Career Day at Mt. Zion Baptist Ch., 1411 S. 50th St., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. For info (215) 9523378. Oct. 28State Rep. Vanessa Lowery Brown hosts Domestic Violence Forum at CCP’s Bonnell Hall, BG-10, Large Auditorium, 17th between Spring Garden and Callowhill Sts., 6-8 p.m. Oct. 28Rhashea Harmon Fundraiser and Scholarship Fund Raffle at Law Offices of Thomas More Holland, 1522 Locust St., 6:30 p.m. Raffles $3 will go for 3 scholarships. Oct. 281st & 39th Ward GOP host fundraiser at Finnigan’s Wake, 6:30 p.m. Tickets $25. For info (267) 709-1074. Oct. 28University City Republican Committee Reception at Mill Ck. Tavern, 42nd & Chester, 7 p.m. Oct. 29Cabaret Masquerade Fundraiser for Ivy Staten at Laborers’ Local 332, 1310 Wallace St., 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Tickets $20 ($25 at door), Supporters $100, Friends $500, Underwriters $2,500. 4|
he House Democratic Campaign Committee has raised more than $6.6 million in the 2010 election cycle and has more than $1.95 million cash on hand for the campaign’s final push. The committee’s fundraising success is unprecedented and is one of the reasons why independent analysts predict Democrats will retain control of the State House.
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“While this is a difficult year for Democrats nationally, here in Pennsylvania Democrats are in a strong position to hold and possibly expand our House majority,” said State Rep. Mike Gerber, the chairman of HDCC. “Our work continues, but it’s good to know we’ve outraised, outspent and outworked our Republican counterparts.” In the new campaign finance report filed on Oct. 22, HDCC reported it raised $3,284,802.90 from Jun. 8 to Oct. 18 – more than a quarter million dollars more than the House Republican Campaign Committee – and spent $3,749,160.80 – $1.3 million more than HRCC. Since the reporting period closed, HDCC has raised an additional $1.6 million, giving the committee approximately $1.95 million for the final days of the campaign. THE PHILADELPHIA DAILY RECORD
Significant contributions were received from the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee, House Appropriations Chair Dwight Evans, and Mike Gerber’s own campaign committee. The DLCC is a national group headquartered in Washington, D.C., and Gerber is its treasurer. “There is a clear difference between Democrats and Republicans in Harrisburg. I hope and expect that on Election Day voters will show faith in our candidates the way donors have shown faith in our committee,” Gerber said. “With Democrats in control of the House, we can put Pennsylvanians back to work, improve our economy and protect kids, seniors and our environment.”
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Women Rally For Dem Ticket
‘WOMEN FOR ONORATO’ campaign event took place Tuesday night in Lower Merion, at home of Nancy & Rob Fox, Esq., featuring Mrs. Shelly Onorato and US Secretary of Health & Human Services Kathleen Sebelius. Democrat State Committeewoman Penny Gerber and former Penna. Treasurer Robin Wiessman urged crowd to get out the vote next Tuesday. From left, hostess Nancy Fox; Shelly Onorato, wife of Dan Onorato, Democrat candidate for Governor; Sebelius; and Rob Fox, co-host. Photo by Bonnie Squires
WIESSMAN, left, listens to Sebelius urge importance of Democrat turnout, along with Shelly Onorato and Democrat State Committeewoman Penny Gerber. Photo by Bonnie Squires 27 OCTOBER, 2010
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Sestak Hits Town Today To Pump Philly Vote emocrat senatorial candidate Congressman Joe Sestak will make two stops in Philadelphia this evening.
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At 6 p.m., Sestak will rally with supporters in West Philadelphia at
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27 OCTOBER, 2010
Buxco GOP Livid Over Democrats’ Mailer R epublican Party of Pennsylvania Spokesman Mike Barley released the following statement regarding a mailer sent out by the Pennsylvania Democratic State Committee, with ties to the Patrick Murphy for Congress Campaign. “The Pennsylvania Democratic State Committee’s Bucks Co. absentee-ballot mailer is deceptive, confusing and fraudulent and now we have additional proof that this scheme was orchestrated by Patrick Murphy’s campaign,” Barley said. “Why else would Patrick Murphy’s campaign manager Tim Persico be listed as one of the two 27 OCTOBER, 2010
people cleared to pick up absenteeballot requests at the Post Office Box belonging to the fictitious Pennsylvania Voter Assistance Office? This is clearly a scheme developed to benefit the Murphy campaign and it’s time for Patrick Murphy to come clean about his involvement in this matter immediately. “Additionally, a group of concerned voters in Bucks Co. submitted a complaint to the Board of Elections in Bucks Co. regarding this troubling letter and the scores of rejected absentee ballot requests. THE PHILADELPHIA DAILY RECORD
“In the petition, you will find references to affidavits from voters who were the victims of election fraud perpetrated by operatives for the Democratic Party and Patrick Murphy’s campaign in a desperate attempt to save Congressman Murphy’s job. This was a disturbing attempt to deceive and manipulate voters to influence the outcome of an election. The voters need to be made aware of the Murphy campaign’s deceptive activities.” The Murphy campaign has defended the mailer as a legitimate effort to boost absentee ballots for likely supporters. |
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Casino-Free Philadelphia Demands Foxwoods License Revoked esterday, Casino-Free Philadelphia called on the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board to revoke Foxwoods’ casino license for the city. The anti-gambling lobby organized a call-in to demand the Board take its responsibility seriously and hold Foxwoods accountable.
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“Four years after they were awarded the license, after countless delays, excuses, and ‘second chances,’ Foxwoods still hasn’t worked out final plans for construction let alone a final deal for financing. Philadelphia doesn’t need one casino — let alone two. It’s time for the PGCB revoke Foxwoods’ license and the legislature to remove the second license entirely,” said Lily Cavanagh, Organizing Director for Casino-Free Philadelphia.
Meanwhile, in SugarHouse’s opening week, its revenues were third from the bottom for the entire state, dropping more than $850,000 in the second week and retreating another $25,000 in the third. The poor performance testifies against building another casino. “This is a case of outrageously obvious political favoritism. Different rules apply for friends of the governor and big campaign donors. Led by handpicked representatives of Gov. Rendell, the gaming control board has let Foxwoods’ shenanigans go on for four years. It’s time to revoke the license, period,” said Dan Hajdo, spokesperson for Casino-Free Philadelphia.
Mayor Hails Houstoun As She Leaves William Penn Mayor Nutter issued the following
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statement about Feather Houstoun, who is stepping down after five years as president of the William Penn Foundation.
“Feather Houstoun is just an outstanding person, a great friend, and the consummate public servant. Her work at the William Penn Foundation has impacted the City of Philadelphia and my Administration in countless positive ways, one example being her steadfast support of Greenworks Philadelphia and our drive to become America’s number-one green city. Feather truly cares about this city, region, and Commonwealth and, whether through her remaining time at the Foundation or through whatever comes next, I am confident that she will continue to have an incredibly positive impact on all of our lives.” 27 OCTOBER, 2010