Cherelle Parker Makes History as Philadelphia's 100th Mayor

Cherelle Parker, a Democrat and former city councilwoman, has won the 2023 Philadelphia mayoral election, becoming the city's 100th mayor and the first woman to hold the position. Parker defeated Republican David Oh, a former city councilmember, and emphasized her commitment to public safety and improving the quality of life in Philadelphia. She plans to prioritize the selection of a new police commissioner and aims to make the city the safest, cleanest, and greenest in the nation. Parker's victory was widely expected due to the Democratic Party's strong voter registration advantage in the city.