After a slew of runners, the mayoral seat was up for grabs to five strongholds; grocery store chain owner Jeff Brown, former city council members Allan Domb, Helen Gym, Cherelle Parker, and Former City Controller Rebecca Rhynhart.
Philadelphians have voiced their concerns regarding the increasing crime, a disparity in the school system, and a breakdown in infrastructure as the catalyst to show up at the polls and vote.
Cherelle Parker, a Philadelphia native and trailblazer in the political arena, has defied the odds by being the first woman and woman of color to win the Philadelphia primary mayoral election. Unfortunately, Parker could not celebrate in person as she had to undergo an emergency dental procedure, but that didn’t stop the reign of excitement and accolades.
In a statement released by her campaign, “Cherelle Parker is thrilled to have received the trust and confidence of so many Philadelphians. Unfortunately, Cherelle had a recent dental issue that required immediate medical attention this evening, and she is currently receiving care at the University of Pennsylvania.”
Parker promises to tackle crime, clean up the city, focus on the education of our children, and create economic opportunity.
The fight is still not over, as she has to win the general election in November over opponent David Oh, a former City Council member, but is slated to win.
She is one step closer to making history, and we are here for it!
