The City of Brotherly Love will have a woman mayor for the first time as Cherelle Parker was elected Philadelphia’s 100th mayor on Tuesday.
Democrats easily led Republican David Oh with more than 70% of the vote on Tuesday, paving the way for a historic election in the Pennsylvania city.
Parker, a longtime cop, vowed to make crime-ridden Philly “the safest, cleanest, greenest big city in the country that will provide access to economic opportunity for all” while delivering a simple message to voters.
Parker emerged victorious in the Democratic primary last May to become the party’s nominee in the general election.
The 51-year-old served 10 years as a state representative before he was elected to the city council in 2015. He cited his extensive experience when insisting he could help solve some of the city’s key issues.
Parker was declared the winner of Tuesday’s race. AP
He will replace Mayor Jim Kenney, who is unable to run for re-election due to term limits.
“Your vote has spoken, and I’m so grateful for the trust you’ve placed in me,” Parker tweeted Tuesday night.
“This victory belongs to every member of this coalition, every person who believes in me, and our united vision for a safer, cleaner and greener future. Thank you so much for your support!”
Oh, the GOP candidate, is a former city councilman who stepped down to run for the seat in early 2023.
His simple message helped capture more than 70% of the vote. AP
Parker also stepped down from his city council seat to run for mayor.
Kenney, who is nearing the end of his second term, congratulated Parker on this historic achievement in his remarkable career of public service.”
“I am proud to call Cherelle a friend and colleague, and I look forward to working with her to ensure a smooth and successful transition that keeps our city’s progress on track,” he said.
With Postal wire
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