Herrin overwhelming choice for State Rep. to replace Comitta on ballot
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times @mikemcgannpa
Dianne Herrin
West Chester Mayor Dianne Herrin was the overwhelming choice of 156th District Democratic Committee Persons to replace State Rep. Carolyn Comitta on the fall ballot — Comitta won the the primary for the Democratic nomination to replace state Sen. Andy Dinniman (D-9).
Based on unofficial results posted Tuesday night, Herrin won 75% of the...
Kerslake, Friel Otten call out dark money PACs attacks; say they’re related to pipeline opposition
Two Democratic primary candidates — one an incumbent State Representative — say they’re being targeted dark money political action committees, neither of which appear to have filed required campaign finance reports.
Two Super PACs have launched television ads attacking environmental leaders State Rep. Danielle Friel Otten and Ginny Kerslake. The SuperPACs are registered at the same address,...
Ruggieri to announce state house bid, Sunday
Richard Ruggieri
On Sunday, February 2, Richard Ruggieri, a resident of London Grove Township in Chester County, will announce his candidacy for the Pennsylvania State House of Representatives, District 13.
The campaign kick-off will be at Old Stone Cider, 959 Chesterville Rd, Lewisville, PA from 1:00 to 3:00
p.m. The event is open to the public. All district residents interested who are in meeting...
Letter: Are we ‘safe’ with John Lawrence?
To the editor:
My name is Sue Walker, and I am the Democratic candidate for Pennsylvania House District 13.
I read your editorial assessment of the upcoming election on November 6th (Chescotimes 7/28/18) with great interest. You encapsulated a number of issues regarding our nation and state, and you predicted how the election will ultimately hurt the Republican party. Your piece was quite generous...
Comitta wins recount, will take 156th seat
State Rep.-Elect Carolyn Comitta
WEST CHESTER — Little changed after a formal recount was certified Friday afternoon, leaving Carolyn Comitta as the winner of the extremely close 156th District State Representative race, by a total of 25 votes.
Comitta, the Mayor of West Chester, defeated Republican incumbent Dan Truitt by an 18,261 to 18,236 margin after the recount results were certified by Court...
Letter: Times’ endorsement of Barrar is disappointing
To The Editor,
Your endorsement of Steve Barrar for the 160th State House is disappointing, and your reasoning, bizarre. Ideology out the window! Really, ideology that translates to legislation…and it doesn’t matter because he can do you some personal favors?
Anyone who cares about women’s health, strong public education for all, good transportation infrastructure, and laws that abide the constitution...
158th District Q&A: Chris Ross
This is the second of a series of question and answer interviews focusing on candidates for State Representative. The Times did not edit, alter or in any way change the responses. We do this to give the candidates a chance for an unfiltered opportunity to make their case to our readers. As always, we welcome your input.
Chris Ross
1. Why are you running?
I am looking forward to taking care of some...
158th District Q&A: Susan Rzucidlo
This is the second of a series of question and answer interviews focusing on candidates for State Representative. The Times did not edit, alter or in any way change the responses. We do this to give the candidates a chance for an unfiltered opportunity to make their case to our readers. As always, we welcome your input.
Susan Rzucidlo
1. Why are you running?
I am running for public office because...
Letter: It is a bad time to be a Republican in Chester County
To The Editor,
I am a Democratic Committee person for East Marlborough East (Precinct 355) and the Chair of the Kennett Area Democrats. About two years ago, while representing the Democratic Party at my polling place, a man rushed by, without ever looking me in the eye, saying, “You are a Democrat. You should be ashamed of yourself.” Actually, I am not. I am proud to be a Democrat. I...
Letter: Study the candidates and you’ll find Ruggieri is the best for 13th District