Election
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September 16, 2026, 9:54 am
A call to serve on Election Day
There is always a need for new poll workers. So, please, give it some thought.
By Andee Lowenstein
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March 31, 2026, 1:12 pm
Jews need — and deserve — more seats at the table in local politics
Democratic Jewish voters and our allies deserve to have tangible representation in the organizations that represent the neighborhoods in which they live.
By Bryna Siegel Finer and Aviva Lubowsky
Banner with blue donkey silhouette, representing the Democratic Party, against backdrop of the American flag. This design emphasizes the party's role and influence in the U.S. political landscape. (Photo iStock)
March 30, 2026, 3:44 pm
14th Ward Democratic Committee controversy envelops upcoming elections
“The idea that I am some kind of right-wing plant or some unwitting newbie is deeply insulting.”
By David Rullo
Adam Forgie announced that he is dropping out of the primary election in the 12th District. (Photo provided by Adam Forgie)
March 16, 2026, 11:32 am
Adam Forgie drops out of District 12 Democratic primary
“Many circumstances have brought me to this decision,” he said.
By David Rullo
Rep. Summer Lee (Photo courtesy of summerlee.house.gov)
February 19, 2026, 7:06 pm
Rep. Summer Lee endorsed by new pro-Palestinian PAC
Pennsylvania rep is no longer endorsed by J Street.
By David Rullo
Tucker Carlson speaking with attendees at the Indiana University tour stop of the "This Is The Turning Point" tour at IU Auditorium in Bloomington, Ind., Oct. 21, 2025. (Credit: Gage Skidmore via Creative Commons)
February 18, 2026, 9:49 am
The Tucker Carlson effect
Can the same mechanism allow candidates or public figures with troubling views on Israel or Jews to gain traction among Republican voters?
By Irwin J. (Yitzchak) Mansdorf
Rabbi Angela Buchdahl delivers a sermon during Friday night services at Central Synagogue in Manhattan, Oct. 31, 2025. (Via YouTube)
November 2, 2025, 1:04 pm
Angela Buchdahl, prominent NYC rabbi, ratchets up criticism of Mamdani — and cautions against Jewish infighting
Buchdahl had faced public and private criticism for declining to sign a rabbinic letter condemning the mayoral candidate.
By Andrew Silow-Carroll
May 21, 2025, 6:52 am
Chronicle poll question
Are you pleased with the results of the May 20 primary election?
Allegheny County Controller Corey O’Connor spoke at the New Riverview Apartments one day before announcing his challenge to Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey. (Photo by Kalliyan Winder/Next Generation Newsroom)
May 20, 2025, 11:06 pm
Corey O’Connor wins Democratic mayoral primary
O'Connor likely to be next mayor of Pittsburgh
In a letter to their constituents, Allegheny County Democratic Committee 14th ward, 11th District members Greg Kochanski and Jane Louik write of 'fake accusations of antisemitism' in the Pittsburgh mayoral primary race. (Photo by David Rullo)
May 16, 2025, 3:03 pm
Antisemitism, AIPAC allegations stir controversy
Charges come in final days of Pittsburgh mayoral primary
By David Rullo
Allegheny County Controller Corey O’Connor spoke at the New Riverview Apartments one day before announcing his challenge to Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey. (Photo by Kalliyan Winder/Next Generation Newsroom)
May 14, 2025, 10:01 am
From grudges to grit: Why I’m backing Corey O’Connor for mayor
I’m proud to support Corey O’Connor to be our next mayor
By Rep. Dan Frankel
At a June 4 press conference, Mayor Ed Gainey discussed his conversation with a group of protestors trespassing at the University of Pittsburgh. His former communications director, Maria Montano stands in the background. (Photo by David Rullo)
May 14, 2025, 9:57 am
Re-elect Mayor Ed Gainey
Join me in voting to re-elect Mayor Ed Gainey on May 20, 2025
By Nancy Bernstein
Ed Gainey and Laura Cherner spoke at a Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh Coffee and Conversations before members of the Pittsburgh community. (Photo by David Rullo)
April 3, 2025, 2:57 pm
Ed Gainey and Corey O’Connor face off in dueling town halls
Candidates talked of relationship with Jewish community, visions for the city
By David Rullo
Bryan Neft and Ilan Zur are running for judge of the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas. (Photos provided by Bryan Neft and Ilan Zur)
April 1, 2025, 9:53 am
Meet two Jewish candidates running for judge
Bryan Neft and Ilan Zur are vying for two of eight positions available in upcoming election
By David Rullo
Adam Forgie announced that he is dropping out of the primary election in the 12th District. (Photo provided by Adam Forgie)
March 17, 2025, 11:35 am
Turtle Creek Mayor Adam Forgie declares primary challenge to Summer Lee
“She knows the Tree of Life happened. She knows 11 people were murdered in our community, but she votes against supporting Israel,” Forgie said.
By David Rullo
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