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Discuss “Midterm elections — A look at the candidates”

From governor to state Senator, this coming election includes contests for several top positions. On November 7, registered voters will get to choose Pennsylvania’s next governor, U.S. Senators, and state and U.S. House members.

Governor

Name: Ed Rendell

Running mate: Catherine Baker Knoll

Party: Democratic

Background:

Previously the mayor of Philadelphia, Rendell is currently serving his first term as governor of Pennsylvania. Before serving as mayor, Rendell was elected district attorney for Philadelphia for two terms. He was the general chair of the Democratic National Committee in 2000 and is an Army veteran.

Platform:

As governor, Rendell has focused on Pennsylvania’s economic issues, especially the need to attract new businesses...

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