Your vote in this election is your chance to make LGBTQ+ history. It’s also a chance to keep or vote in those who have a record of supporting LGBTQ+ rights rather than those who only offer words over actions. These are the candidates PGN proudly endorses.
For Mayor
Cherelle Parker #120
For her entire political career, Cherelle Parker has stood tall on LGBTQ+ rights, including marriage equality, nondiscrimination protections and transgender rights. When we were under attack in the legislature, it was Parker who stood and defended our community. She didn’t sit by. Her opponent, David Oh, has done little that he can claim as support for the community in his long political career. He was the only mayoral candidate who refused to stand with us when our drag community was being attacked, while Parker was among the first in line to stand with us. When we’re under attack, we need someone who will be a fighter for us. Parker is the right person for these times.
For City Council at Large
When voting for Council at Large candidates, you’ll have the choice to make history by voting for out democratic nominee Rue Landau. There are some factions in the city who have not endorsed her. To assure her victory, please vote for the five below who are fully committed to Landau’s vision.
Rue Landau #128
Nina Ahmad #129
Katherine Gilmore Richardson #127
Jim Harrity #130
Isaiah Thomas #126
For Pennsylvania Supreme Court
Daniel McCaffery #101
This is one of the most important votes you can cast if you want to protect marriage equality, women’s health, and almost every right that this community has gained over the last 50 years. Daniel McCaffery has long been an ally while his opponent, Carolyn Carluccio, has not spoken much on LGBTQ+ issues. Republicans have stated it is their goal to take marriage equality to the State Supreme Court. We trust McCaffery to safeguard your marriage.
For City Council District 10
Gary Masino #131
Democrat Gary Masino faces Republican incumbent Brian O’Neil in a hotly contested race. Masino is the leader of the Sheet Metal Workers Local Union No. 19 and has support from other unions. O’Neil is the longest serving member of Council, with more than 40 years in office. During that time, he voted against LGBTQ+ nondiscrimination and domestic partners. He is no friend of this community, and has refused to ever address the LGBTQ+ community. Masino proudly is an LGBTQ+ ally and we fully embrace him for Council.
For Pennsylvania Superior Court
Jill Beck #102
Timika Lane #103
For Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court
Matt Wolf #104
For City Commissioner
Lisa Deeley #122
Omar Sabir #121
For City Controller
Christy Brady #123
For Register of Wills
John Sabatina #124
For Common Pleas Court
Chesley Lightsey #110
For Sheriff
Rochelle Bilal #125