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Patrick Dugan Launches Campaign Ads in Philadelphia DA Race

The challenger positions himself as a reform-minded alternative to progressive incumbent Larry Krasner, leveraging strong fundraising and a focus on public safety.

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In this combination photo, judge Patrick Dugan speaks, March 31, 2025, in Philadelphia, left, and Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner speaks during a news conference in Philadelphia, Jan. 31, 2022. (AP Photo)

Overview

  • Patrick Dugan, a former judge and military veteran, has released his first television advertisement in the Philadelphia district attorney race.
  • The ad frames Dugan as 'the real reformer,' contrasting his approach with that of incumbent Larry Krasner, a prominent progressive prosecutor.
  • Dugan emphasizes his judicial record, including founding Philadelphia's Veterans Court, and pledges to balance second chances for nonviolent offenders with safer neighborhoods.
  • Recent campaign finance reports reveal Dugan holds a significant fundraising advantage, bolstered by labor union support, while Krasner's campaign has yet to air ads.
  • The May 20 election is shaping up as a pivotal contest reflecting broader national debates on criminal justice reform and prosecutorial practices.