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In the Democratic primary race for Allegheny County Executive, Dave Fawcett attacked fellow candidate John Weinstein, in the course of advocating campaign law reform on Friday.
Democratic candidate David Fawcett noted that candidates for county office, unlike those for federal posts, can receive campaign contributions of any size, and he called for contribution limits similar to those that exist under federal law as well as additional financial reporting.
Allegheny County executive hopeful Michael Lamb says that the county needs a more regional, and more holistic, approach to addressing public-safety concerns in Downtown Pittsburgh and across the region.
Two Black Democrats hope to become Allegheny County’s next chief executive. Neither sought their party’s endorsement to help them get there. Voter rights advocates say the hefty fees are part of the problem.
Judicial hires, campaign contributions and a lawsuit shed light on the county treasurer’s influence as he runs for executive.