Philadelphia's Likely Mayor Urges Teamwork for a Safer City

Cherelle Parker, the Democratic nominee for mayor of Philadelphia, is favored to become the first woman to lead the city. She faces numerous challenges, including gun violence, opioid overdoses, and underfunded public schools. Parker has pledged to hire more police officers and address the open-air drug market, but she emphasizes the need for teamwork and managing expectations. Symbolism and optimism are important to residents, who want a leader who prioritizes reality over philosophy. Her Republican opponent, David Oh, aims to engage voters and overcome the city's Democratic majority.