Cherelle Parker: Philadelphia's First Black Woman Mayor and the Power of Civic Engagement

Cherelle Parker has been elected as Philadelphia's 100th mayor, making her the first woman and first Black woman to hold the position. Parker, a Democrat, defeated her Republican opponent David Oh, with Democrats outnumbering Republicans in the city. She has promised to prioritize public safety, environmental sustainability, and economic opportunity for all. Parker's tough-on-crime agenda includes hiring more police officers, targeting low-level crimes, and addressing the opioid crisis. She plans to engage with the community on important decisions, such as the siting of the Sixers' proposed arena near Chinatown. Parker also aims to increase funding for education and gradually reduce city wage taxes.