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Chestnut Hill

Northwest: Verna Tyner Campaigns for 8th District Seat

April 28, 2011

  https://vimeo.com/22915631] Connecting with the community is a common trait shared by all local politicians, but not all have the experience needed to successfully represent their constituency. With more than 20 years of Philadelphia government

Northwest Philadelphia

Northwest: Cindy Bass Ready to Take on the 8th District

April 27, 2011

https://vimeo.com/22915194] For the first time since 1996 there will be a new 8th District City Councilperson, which has given prospective candidates more motivation to win Philadelphia’s May 17 primary election. After a losing effort in

Ridge Avenue

Ridge Avenue: Volunteer Building Knowledge Through 8th District Campaign

April 15, 2011

With just over one month before Philadelphia’s May 17 primary election, campaigns around the city are hitting the streets promoting their cause. Jared Blairwiley, 22, started working in Philadelphia politics in 2007 when he was a volunteer for the Chaka

Government

Ridge Avenue: From Temple University Student to Campaign Manager

March 30, 2011

Behind every good election campaign are dedicated workers and volunteers to help get the winning edge. While most are experienced politicians, others are young, motivated workers ready to take on the everyday duties of a

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