Article on Jared Solomon Campaign

The Philadelphia Citizen has published a nice article on Jared Solomon's primary state house race against Mark Cohen.  "Insurgency in the Northeast," by Larry Platt (3/15/16) is available online at:
http://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/jared-solomon-mark-cohen-insurgency-northeast/

Emerge PA Women on the Ballot

Emerge Pennsylvania is an organization dedicated to recruiting and training Democratic women to run for office in order to increase the number of women in public office.   The first Emerge state group started in 2001.  Over that time, of the Emerge graduates who ran for office, 70% won.

The Emerge Pennsylvania women on the ballot in 2016 are:

•       Mary Ellen Balchunis - 7th Congressional

•       Carolyn Committa - 156th State House

•       Barbarann Keffer - 163rd State House

•       Elaine Schaefer - 165th State House

•       Diane Cornman-Levy - 168th State House

•       Movita Johnson-Harrell - 190th State House

Waxman Makes Ballot in 182nd

Ben Waxman, who is a Democrat running in the 182nd state house district, has filed 1,000 signatures, three times more than needed, to be on the ballot.  The Democratic incumbent, Brian Sims, has ended his campaign for the 2nd congressional district and now plans to focus on re-election to the state house.  Those wondering if Waxman would drop out rather than primary Sims may have their answer.

Announcement II: DerMovsesian in the 152nd

Albert DerMovsesian is challenging incumbent Tom Murt in the 152nd state house district (split between Montgomery County and Philadelphia).  There is another Albert DerMovsesian, an attorney who had also served on the Upper Moreland School Board, but he is the father of the state house candidate.  Here is part of Albert J.'s press release:

Albert J. DerMovsesian, a four-year veteran of the Upper Moreland School Board with a strong record of public service, will announce Wednesday evening , January 6, that he is a candidate for State Representative in the 152d Pennsylvania House District, which includes parts of eastern Montgomery County and Northeast Philadelphia.

As a legislator, DerMovsesian will work to restore leadership in government. He will take a stand to reinvest in our schools, support sustainable economic growth, promote innovative energy policies and protect the rights of all citizens.

A Democratic committeeman in Upper Moreland for two decades,  DerMovsesian has been a manager, coach and umpire in local sports leagues. He is a Sunday School teacher at Abington Presbyterian Church and has been on the Board of Trustees of the Upper Moreland Free Library. In 1999, he helped found the Upper Moreland Education Foundation, which provides scholarships for college-bound students and grants for teaching innovations.  


Professionally, DerMovsesian works as the dining services manager at Twining Village, a retirement community in Holland, Pa.  He has nearly two decades of management experience in both the food service industry and the print and publication industries.

A 1988 graduate of Upper Moreland High School who attended American University, DerMovsesian was elected in 2011 and 2013 to serve on the Upper Moreland School Board. He is chairman of the district's Facilities and Operations Committee, overseeing renovation of Upper Moreland Middle School and upgrading of athletic facilities across the district.

A lifelong resident of Upper Moreland, DerMovsesian lives in the district with his wife, a preschool teacher, and two children.

Announcement I: Waxman for 182nd State House

Ben Waxman makes it official -- he's running for the 182nd state house district, in Philadelphia.  This is the district currently held by Brian Sims, who is running for Congress, challenging incumbent Chaka Fattah in the 2nd congressional district.  Waxman's campaign website is www.votewaxman.com

Here is part of Waxman's announcement email:

I'm writing to share some big news: I'm running for the Pennsylvania House of Representatives!

Harrisburg is a mess. Lawmakers can't even manage to pass a real state budget, including desperately needed funds for Philadelphia's public schools. Philadelphia needs a champion and it's time for new leadership that can move Pennsylvania forward.

I have over 15 years of experience as a community organizer, labor activist, award-winning journalist, and senior legislative staffer. I bring a unique combination of progressive values and practical experience that is desperately needed in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.

Waxman in the 182nd

Okay, let's try to follow the bouncing ball.

Congressman Chaka Fattah, facing charges, is still running for re-election for Pennsylvania's 2nd congressional district.

A handful of Democrats have announced campaigns to challenge Fattah.  Among them is State Rep. Brian Sims (D-182; state house campaign site, congressional campaign site, legislative site).  PoliticsPA is reporting that he will run for re-election in the state house while he runs for Congress.

To fill that void, Ben Waxman is running for Sims's state house.  Waxman is the spokesman for State Sen. Vincent Hughes.  The Penn Dems (University of Pennsylvania student Democratic organization) is listed him as a candidate in the announcement for their Dec. 2nd meeting.  Prior to that the Citified blog at Phillymag.com listed him as a potential candidate and the www.votewaxman.com site is live.

Get your scorecards ready!

Another Endorsement for Jared Solomon

Plumbers Union Local 690 endorses Jared Solomon for State Representative of Pennsylvania’s 202nd Legislative District. Jared is a Philadelphia native with a long history of public service. Jared was recently endorsed by the Philadelphia Firefighters’ and Paramedics’ Union, Local 22.

Endorsement for Jared Solomon

from the inbox:

The Philadelphia Firefighters’ and Paramedics’ Union Local 22 has unanimously endorsed Jared Solomon’s campaign for State Representative of Pennsylvania’s 202^nd District. Jared is a Philadelphia native with a long history of public service. This endorsement attests to Jared’s commitment in ensuring the safety of his community.

Jared Solomon Running in 202nd

Jared Solomon is taking another run at the 202nd state house district (Castor Gardens, Oxford Circle, Wissinoming, Burholme, Lawncrest, Lawndale, and Summerdale).  His spirited primary campaign in 2014 did well, though not quite well enough to defeat the incumbent.  Perhaps 2nd time will be the charm.  Campaign website:  www.jaredsolomon.com