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Philadelphia County, PA April 22, 2008 Election
Smart Voter John J. Dougherty

Candidate for
State Senator; District 1; Democratic Party

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Biographical Highlights
  • Party: Democratic
  • Occupation: Business Manager, IBEW Local 98
  • Chairman, Redevelopment Authority of the City of Philadelphia
  • Commissioner, Delaware Valley Port Authority
  • President, Pennsport Civic Association
  • Vice President, Philadelphia Council AFL-CIO
  • President and Chairman, Philadelphia Chapter of the Variety Club
  • Board Member, Independence Blue Cross
Top Priorities if Elected
  • Will fight to allow Philadelphia to enact the toughest gun laws in America.
  • Work to fund Philadelphia's public schools at the same high levels as our suburban counterparts.
  • Secure funding for 24-hour rec centers to keep kids out of harm's way.
Key Endorsements
  • Philadelphia Fraternal Order of Police
  • Philadelphia Building Trades Council
  • Transportation Workers Local 234
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Position Papers
A Deadly Situation on Our Streets
John Dougherty will work to make our neighborhoods safer by enabling Philadelphia to enact the strongest gun laws in America.
Our Crumbling City
Without substantial investments, Philadelphia's infrastructure will become our greatest nightmare.
Higher Learning
We need to make a greater investment in our city's schools.
 
Campaign Contact Information
Website: http://www.doughertyforsenate.com
E-mail: bhickey@doughertyforsenate.com

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