Overview

• Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner defeated moderate challenger Pat Dugan in the Democratic primary, solidifying his path to a third term in the heavily Democratic city.
• Krasner’s tenure has been marked by progressive criminal justice reforms, including bail reform and reduced incarceration rates, alongside criticism over crime management during the pandemic.
• In Pittsburgh, Allegheny County Controller Corey O’Connor unseated incumbent Mayor Ed Gainey, focusing on fiscal management, affordable housing, and public safety concerns.
• O’Connor’s victory reflects dissatisfaction with Gainey’s handling of city finances and infrastructure, despite Gainey’s claims of economic progress and reduced crime rates.
• Both primary winners are effectively assured of victory in November, given the strong Democratic dominance in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.