Our team has researched candidates in key races to provide voters with information on their track records. We primarily consider their words and deeds related to Jewish wellbeing. When candidates associate with the far-left or far-right in ways that undermine democracy or pluralism, we note that as well, because these values are also important to Jewish safety.
We recognize that there are numerous other critical issues at stake in this election. We encourage all voters to consider our findings alongside other resources to understand each candidate as broadly as possible.
These assessments were published on April 9, 2025 based on information then available.
Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas
Ilan Zur ⭐
Heather Schmidt Bresnahan ⭐
Bryan Neft ⭐
Jackie Obara ⭐
Amanda Green-Hawkins ⭐
Jaime Hickton ⭐
Alyssa Cowan ⭐
Quita Bridges ⭐
Ilan Zur ⭐
Ilan Zur is the Deputy District Attorney of Allegheny County. He has 26 years of experience as a trial attorney. He initiated a county-wide antisemitism training for law enforcement and university officials. In response to a Beacon Coalition question about the challenges affecting Jewish victims of hate crimes, Zur explained that training judges and court staff on cultural and religious differences can improve procedural justice for Jewish Americans. He specified that “understanding the historical context of anti-Semitism, including how it has evolved and how anti-Zionism has sometimes been used as a cover for anti-Jewish sentiment, can inform judicial decisions.” Zur is Highly Recommended by the Allegheny County Bar Association.
Heather Schmidt Bresnahan ⭐
Heather Bresnahan has been a family law attorney for over 20 years and is a former Dormont Borough Council member. In response to a Beacon Coalition question about anti-Zionist discrimination, she stated, “I will not allow anti-Zionism to adversely affect my courtroom as it is a form of antisemitism.” Bresnahan’s past actions and statements indicate that she values religious pluralism and stands up for minority rights. She is Recommended by the Allegheny County Bar Association.
Bryan Neft ⭐
Bryan Neft is an attorney with 30 years of legal experience and serves as a member of the Pennsylvania Disciplinary Board. He has worked to oppose BDS. In response to questions from Beacon Coalition, Neft highlighted the need for the judiciary to recognize and address hate crimes targeting Jews. He emphasized the judiciary’s role in protecting victims to deter hate crimes, affirmed that anti-Zionism can constitute discrimination, and stated that Jews should be protected as a minority group under the law. Neft is Highly Recommended by the Allegheny County Bar Association.
Jackie Obara ⭐
Jackie Obara has 21 years of legal experience as a litigator, law clerk, and divorce hearing officer experienced in the family court system. Obara provided limited answers to the Beacon Coalition questionnaire, citing judicial ethics rules prohibiting comment on legal issues that may come before the court. She did state that “any and all individuals who are targeted on the basis of their race or religion are entitled to procedural due process to ensure that the wrongs committed against them are properly, fairly, and expeditiously resolved.” Obara is Highly Recommended by the Allegheny County Bar Association.
Amanda Green-Hawkins ⭐
Amanda Green-Hawkins is a union lawyer with 23 years of legal experience and former Allegheny County Council member. She has worked as a voter-protection attorney. In response to a Beacon Coalition question about about anti-Zionist discrimination, she warned that “the pretense of anti-zionism may work to lessen the penalties under the law for those who attack Jews and Jewish communal institutions” and suggested a deeper inquiry into whether the “attacker knew or attributed zionist beliefs to Jews and Jewish communal institutions simply because they were Jewish or associated with Jews” to determine if a crime is truly a hate crime.
Jaime Hickton ⭐
Jaime Hickton is an attorney with 11 years of experience and former Assistant District Attorney in Allegheny County. In response to Beacon Coalition’s question about challenges affecting Jewish victims of hate crimes, Hickton stated, “The judiciary should always provide fair and equal access to justice for everyone…I believe that judges should make every effort to appreciate the impact of the crime on the victim and the community when making decisions that impact the victim and/or the community.” Hickton is Recommended by the Allegheny County Bar Association.
Alyssa Cowan ⭐
Judge Alyssa Cowan was appointed to the Court of Common Pleas in 2025 and is now running to retain her seat. In response to a Beacon Coalition question about anti-Zionist discrimination, she emphasized the critical role of courts in ensuring safety for all, stating, “Many Jews feel unsafe in their neighborhoods, schools, and workplaces. This is not okay. Courts play a critical role in keeping all members of the community safe and creating a safe environment for anyone experiencing targeted discrimination to seek help.” Judge Cowan is Highly Recommended by the Allegheny County Bar Association.
Quita Bridges ⭐
Judge Quita Bridges was appointed to the Court of Common Pleas in 2025 and is now running to retain her seat. In her public statements, Judge Bridges has highlighted the importance of maintaining public trust in the judicial system through transparency and consistency, emphasizing the importance of clear communication and fairness in decision-making. Judge Bridges is Highly Recommended by the Allegheny County Bar Association. Judge Bridges did not return the Beacon Coalition questionnaire.
Mayor of Pittsburgh – Democratic Primary
Corey O’Connor ⭐
Corey O’Connor has served as Allegheny County Controller since 2022. Previously, he served as Pittsburgh City Council member from 2012-2022. In addition to attending Pittsburgh Jewish community events like menorah lightings, the October 8 vigil, and the one-year anniversary vigil, O’Connor has also attended hostage vigils and the Screams Before Silence documentary screening. He spoke out against the BDS attempts, pointing out that they would “severely limit Pittsburgh from providing the best and most cost effective services.” He told Beacon Coalition, “My focus is on good governance that delivers real results for Pittsburgh. I believe in leadership that unites rather than divides.” In response to Beacon’s questions about the rise in antisemitic incidents over the past year, O’Connor stated, “Pittsburgh’s leadership has been too hands-off and dismissive of the Jewish community’s concerns about rising antisemitism…Our leaders should have been more proactive in addressing this crisis, publicly acknowledging the scope of the problem, standing unequivocally against antisemitism, and working directly with the Jewish community to implement real solutions.” He added, “In the aftermath of the Tree of Life shooting, I stood up to members of my own party who sought to downplay the explicitly antisemitic nature of the attack. I made it clear that ignoring or excusing such hatred only enables further violence. Beyond that, I have consistently challenged rhetoric and policies that fuel antisemitism, whether through conspiracy theories, double standards on Jewish issues, or the dismissal of concerns from Jewish communities.”
Ed Gainey – incumbent
Ed Gainey has been the mayor of Pittsburgh since 2022. In his official capacity, Gainey regularly takes meetings with Jewish community members and the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh. He attends Pittsburgh Jewish community events like menorah lightings, the October 8 vigil, and the one-year anniversary vigil. Gainey did not order the city solicitor to challenge either BDS ballot referendum, nor would he sign City Ordinance 1426, passed by City Council, to defend against further BDS attempts. He met with the leaders of the second encampment at the University of Pittsburgh who had called for the “termination” of Jewish student organizations and afterwards held a press conference taking credit that all the protestors “[got] home safe.” On October 7, 2024, he co-issued a statement with Congresswoman Summer Lee and County Executive Sara Innamorato “with hearts big enough to grieve those killed one year ago and those massacred in the year since” without mentioning the numerous Israeli casualties on October 7 and after. Mayor Gainey widely promoted his endorsement from Bethany Hallam. He did not complete the Beacon questionnaire.
Our take
Mayor Gainey has failed to stand up to extremism, even when it threatened the city’s public safety and essential services. County Controller O’Connor has thirteen years of strong leadership in our city and county and a consistent record of standing up to antisemitism. Where Mayor Gainey has allied himself to divisive politicians, County Controller O’Connor has worked with diverse community leaders to promote unity in the face of hate. In a time when the city is grappling with national instability and local challenges, O’Connor has demonstrated the pragmatic leadership needed to navigate tough moments and advocate for all Pittsburghers. Beacon Coalition recommends O’Connor.
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Allegheny County Council, District 1 – Democratic Primary
District 1 includes: Avalon Borough, Ben Avon Borough, Ben Avon Heights Borough, Crescent Township, Emsworth Borough, Findlay Township, Glen Osborne Borough, Glenfield Borough, Haysville Borough, Kilbuck Township, Moon Township, Neville Township, Ohio Township, Ross Township, and West View Borough.
Kathleen Madonna-Emmerling
Kathleen Madonna-Emmerling is a Senior Development Associate at the University of Pittsburgh office of Philanthropic & Alumni Engagement. She has not held public office and limited information is available about her. She did not return the Beacon Coalition Questionnaire.
Carl Villella
Carl Villella is currently the President at Acceptance Leasing and Financing Service, Inc. and has served as a Judge of Elections. He has not held public office and limited information is available about him. He did not return the Beacon Coalition Questionnaire.
Our take
Both Kathleen Madonna-Emmerling and Carl Villella have limited public records or relevant experience. We can make no recommendation in this race.
Allegheny County Council, District 3 – Democratic Primary
District 3 includes: Aspinwall Borough, Etna Borough, Fox Chapel Borough, Hampton Township, Indiana Township, Millvale Borough, O’Hara Township, Reserve Township, Shaler Township, Sharpsburg Borough, and West Deer Township.
Lissa Geiger Shulman
Lissa Geiger Shulman has not held prior office. In her response to a question about the rise in antisemitism in Pittsburgh and nationally, Geiger Shulman noted, “Unfortunately, the actions of some elected leaders here in our region have failed to condemn antisemitic acts and knowingly or unknowingly suppressed the majority of Jewish voices.” In response to a question about her understanding of Zionism, she stated, “I believe that Jews have a right to self-determination and statehood in their ancestral home, Israel. I do not believe that Jews should be asked to condemn Zionism or the actions of the Israeli government or its citizens in order to be allies in the broader fight for democracy, civil rights, and social justice.” She also told the Beacon Coalition that she would not have voted for the 2024 ceasefire resolution that came before County Council.
Allegheny County Council, District 4 – Democratic Primary
District 4 includes: Carnegie Borough, Collier Township, Coraopolis Borough, Kennedy Township, McDonald Borough, McKees Rocks Borough, North Fayette Township, Oakdale Borough, Pennsbury Village, Robinson Township, South Fayette Township, Stowe Township, and Thornburg Borough.
Patrick Catena – incumbent
Councilman Patrick Catena has represented District 4 on Allegheny County Council since 2017 and has served as Council President since 2020. He voted against the 2024 ceasefire resolution proposed by Councilwoman Bethany Hallam. His voting record indicates a rejection of political extremism.
Allegheny County Council, District 8 – Democratic Primary
District 8 includes: Braddock Borough, East McKeesport Borough, East Pittsburgh Borough, Monroeville Municipality, North Braddock Borough, North Versailles Township, Pitcairn Borough, Plum Borough, Rankin Borough, Swissvale Borough, Trafford Borough, Turtle Creek Borough, Wall Borough, and Wilmerding Borough.
Michele Naccarati-Chapkis – incumbent
Councilwoman Michelle Naccarati-Chapkis has represented District 8 on Allegheny County Council since 2021. She abstained from voting on the 2024 ceasefire resolution. Her remarks during the debate emphasized concern for both Israeli and Palestinian lives, as well as local Jews and Muslims, and she acknowledged the divisiveness of the issue. She has made public statements recognizing Jewish holidays and denouncing antisemitic incidents in Pittsburgh. Her voting record indicates a rejection of political extremism.
Allegheny County Council, District 9 – Democratic Primary
District 9 includes: White Oak Borough, City of Duquesne, City of McKeesport, Dravosburg Borough, Elizabeth Borough, Elizabeth Township, Forward Township, Glassport Borough, Liberty Borough, Lincoln Borough, Munhall Borough, Port Vue Borough, South Versailles Township, Versailles Borough, West Elizabeth Borough, West Mifflin Borough, Whitaker Borough, and White Oak Borough.
Aaron Adams ⭐
Aaron Adams has served on Duquesne City Council since 2022. In his response to a question about the rise in antisemitism in Pittsburgh and nationally, he acknowledged, “The rise in antisemitic incidents in a City and County that prides itself on being ‘Stronger Than Hate’ this past year has been difficult to watch. It’s clear there is more needed… to counteract the antisemitic rhetoric we are now seeing from the extreme sides of both the far-right and far-left.” He told Beacon that the 2024 cease fire resolution was not “appropriate” and that he “would have forcefully voted against this proposal and [vouches] to do so” if the issue should arise again. Reflecting on his experience as a council member, he added, “I believe good governance is rooted in practical problem-solving and a commitment to the common good rather than political theatrics. I value collaboration, accountability, and policies that genuinely improve the lives of the people in our communities.”
Dylan A. Altemara
Dylan Altemara has held no prior elected office. Since December he has been a Success Coach at the Community College of Beaver County. He has a history of extreme rhetoric, including accusing Israel of genocide, labelling it a “theocratic ethnostate,” and calling AIPAC activities a “reign of terror.” His social media activity suggests alignment with far-left political figures and extreme left politics. He did not respond to the Beacon Coalition questionnaire.
Kellianne Frketic
Kellianne Frketic has held no prior elected office. She is currently the Inventory Control Coordinator for the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. She has a history of climate advocacy and political activism, including volunteering with the Sunrise Movement. She canvassed for Summer Lee in 2024. She did not respond to the Beacon Coalition questionnaire.
Our take
Aaron Adams has demonstrated sensitivity to the concerns of the local Jewish community and pledged to focus on practical governance and collaboration for the common good. Beacon Coalition recommends Aaron Adams.
Allegheny County Council , District 12 – Democratic Primary
District 12 includes: City of Pittsburgh (Brookline, Mt. Washington, Beechview, West End, Corliss, Chartiers, Westwood, Esplen, Crafton Heights and Overbrook), Bridgeville Borough, Crafton Borough, Green Tree Borough, Heidelberg Borough, Ingram Borough, Rosslyn Farms Borough, and Scott Township.
Robert Palmosina – incumbent
Councilman Robert Palmosina has represented District 12 on Allegheny County Council since 2017. He voted against the 2024 ceasefire resolution presented by Councilwoman Bethany Hallam. His voting record indicates a rejection of political extremism.
Pittsburgh City Council, District 2 – Democratic Primary
District 2 includes: Banksville, Chartiers City, Crafton Heights, Duquesne Heights & Mount Washington, East Carnegie, Elliot, Esplen, Fairywood, Oakwood & Rigemont, South Shore, Sheraden, West End, Westwood, Windgap, and portions of Allentown, Beechview, Brookline, South Side Slopes and Brighton Heights, Chateau, and Marshall-Shadeland.
Kim Salinetro – incumbent
Kim Salinetro has been Chief of Staff to Councilwoman Theresa Kail Smith in District 2 for 16 years. In response to Beacon Coalition’s question about increased normalization of antisemitism in both political parties, Salinetro said “I have and will continue to support policies that protect Jewish communities, condemn hate speech, and ensure that antisemitism is not normalized. Standing against hate should never be a partisan issue, and I remain committed to fostering unity in our communities.” In response to Beacon’s Coalition about ceasefire resolutions, she said that such resolutions do not fall under the purview of City Council and that she would have voted no. She added, “Supporting the Jewish community includes ensuring their safety, combating antisemitism, and fostering an inclusive society where all religious and cultural groups feel valued.”
Pittsburgh City Council, District 4 – Democratic Primary
District 4 includes: Beechview, Bon Air, Brookline, Carrick, Mt. Washington, and Overbrook.
Anthony Coghill – incumbent
Councilman Anthony Coghill has served on Pittsburgh City Council since 2018. He co-sponsored City Ordinances 1425 and 1426 to ensure that Pittsburgh rejects BDS-driven bias, upholds anti-discrimination protections, and prevents special interest groups from misusing the Home Rule Charter. In response to Beacon’s Coalition about ceasefire resolutions, he stated that it is “not appropriate” for City Council to consider such a resolution, explaining, “to insert a local governing body into our nation’s foreign policy is inappropriate and detracts from pressing local matters.” He added, “I feel a strong desire to make it known to our Jewish community and neighbors that they can count on me to be on the front line of fighting all antisemitism and anti-zionism.”
Pittsburgh City Council, District 6 – Democratic Primary
District 6 includes: Perry Hilltop, The Hill, Marshall-Shadeland, Uptown, Downtown, The North Shore, Manchester, and California-Kirkbride.
R. Daniel Lavelle – incumbent
Council President R. Daniel Lavelle has served on Pittsburgh City Council since 2009. He co-sponsored City Ordinances 1425 and 1426 to ensure that Pittsburgh rejects BDS-driven bias, upholds anti-discrimination protections, and prevents special interest groups from misusing the Home Rule Charter. Lavelle co-authored a letter in August 2024 about the first attempt at putting BDS on the ballot that conveyed “serious concerns that the adoption of such an amendment would have a severe and devastating impact on City operations.”
Pittsburgh City Council, District 8 – Democratic Primary
District 8 includes: Oakland, Shadyside, and Squirrel Hill.
Erika Strassburger – incumbent
Councilwoman Erika Strassburger has served on Pittsburgh City Council since 2018. Strassburger has been an advocate for combating antisemitism. Strassburger was the primary sponsor on City Ordinances 1425 and 1426 to ensure that Pittsburgh rejects BDS-driven bias, upholds anti-discrimination protections, and prevents special interest groups from misusing the Home Rule Charter. She strongly opposed the BDS movement on the record during a City Council meeting, stating, “I respect their freedom of conscience to hold these beliefs, and I support their freedoms of speech and expression to share them. What we cannot do, however, is allow the city to cripple itself in a futile attempt to make Israel a pariah state by cutting off vital business partnerships with major transnational firms. We can’t subject our residents to the threat of service disruptions because we couldn’t contract with the mainstream corporation that happens to operate in a country some people don’t like.” Through both BDS referendums and the Pitt encampments, Strassburger has demonstrated consistent opposition to illiberal political movements.
Pittsburgh Public Schools Board of Directors, District 1 – Democratic Primary
District 1 includes: Homewood, East Hills, North Point Breeze, Parts of Point Breeze – Park Place, Regent Square, Friendship, Lincoln-Lemington-Belmar, Friendship, Larimer, parts of East Liberty, and parts of Shadyside.
Tawana Cook Purnell ⭐
Tawana Purnell recently retired from a decades-long career as a teacher and administrator working across public, private, and charter schools. Her social media demonstrates engagement with different communities, including the local Jewish community. In response to a question from the Beacon Coalition about protected and unprotected speech in schools, Ms. Purnell responded, “‘Hate speech’ can not hide behind the veil of ‘free speech.’ There is a way to conduct conversations and have open dialogue without spewing hate or mistreating anyone. THAT would be productive and likely lead to understanding of a historically complex matter.”
Carlos Thomas
Carlos Thomas is the director of Feed the Hood and the owner of Confluence Catering. He circulated the first pro-BDS petition, has referred to the Israel/Gaza conflict as “genocide,” and defended the encampment at Pitt. In response to concerns about “Free Palestine” graffiti at Allderdice, he tweeted, “Allderdice isn’t even a Jewish School it’s a public message that has been a clear call for peace…” He did not respond to the Beacon Coalition questionnaire.
Our take
Tawana Cook Purnell has consistently demonstrated a willingness to engage with different communities, including the Jewish community; whereas, Carlos Thomas’ record of inflammatory rhetoric, defense of antisemitic incidents, and participation in extremist activism raises serious concerns about his ability to fairly represent all students and families in the district. Beacon Coalition strongly recommends Tawana Cook Purnell for District 1 School Director.
Pittsburgh Public Schools Board of Directors, District 3 – Democratic Primary
District 3 includes: Garfield, Crawford-Roberts, Terrace Village, Middle Hill, Upper Hill District, Sugartop, parts of Stanton Heights, parts of Oakland, East Liberty, Bedford Dwellings, and parts of Bloomfield.
Erikka Grayson ⭐
Erikka Grayson is Director of Community and Engagement for the Early Excellence Project, which focuses on early childhood education. In response to Beacon Coalition’s question about ensuring that Jewish students are safe and free from harassment, Grayson shared a number of suggestions for creating “a school culture that prioritizes inclusion and respect,” including, “There must be a zero-tolerance policy for antisemitic harassment and discrimination, with swift consequences for those who violate these standards. Schools should also take a proactive approach by integrating Jewish history, culture, and the realities of modern antisemitism into the curriculum.”
Tonya Fores
Limited information is available about Tonya Fores. She did not complete the Beacon Coalition questionnaire.
Our take
Erikka Grayson’s experience in education and her clear commitment to addressing antisemitism through education, community partnership, and policy make her a strong candidate for school director. Beacon Coalition recommends Erikka Grayson.
Pittsburgh Public Schools Board of Directors, District 5 – Democratic Primary
District 5 includes: Southside, Lincoln Place, Greenfield, South Oakland, Central Oakland, Hays, Summerset at Frick Park, Hazelwood, Swisshelm Park, Parts of Squirrel Hill, Glen Hazel, and New Homestead.
Tracey Reed – incumbent
Tracey Reed has served as the District 5 School Director since 2021. She is a former high school teacher with a PhD in educational policy. In conversation with the Beacon Coalition, Dr. Reed said, “Official responses to antisemitism are usually appropriate: swift action, attempts at correction, condemnation of hateful acts. However, at the same time that we see antisemitic acts rising, including here in Pittsburgh, [such official] responses also demonstrate a lack of sympathy or [demonstrate] a sensibility that antisemitism is a victimless crime. I will continue to interrogate this concerning response and call it out when I witness it, especially in my role as a public servant.”
Pittsburgh Public Schools Board of Directors, District 7 – Democratic Primary
District 7 includes: Allentown, Arlington, Bon Air, Carrick, East Brookline, St. Clair, Knoxville, Mt. Oliver, Overbrook, Southside Flats, and Southside Slopes.
Mahdi Bey
Mahdi Bey is Constituent Services Advisor for the Pennsylvania House Democratic Caucus. In response to Beacon Coalition’s question about protecting Jewish students, he stated, “Jewish students, like all students, deserve access to a learning environment where they do not have to worry about being harassed for who they are. As a school board director, it would be my responsibility to create policies that protect students from harassment and discrimination, and it is my commitment to do both that and ensure that anti-harassment and anti-discrimination policies are being followed and enforced.” In response to a question about how Pittsburgh leaders can do better in the face of rising antisemitism, he said, “I would hope to build the kind of relationships with Jewish stakeholders where I’m informed when antisemitic incidents occur and where I can make statements of support and allyship in those moments, as well as publicly stand alongside Jewish people.”
Eva Diodati
Eva Diodati works in teen services at the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh. In response to Beacon Coalition’s question about protecting Jewish students, they stated, “I would work to ensure Jewish students are safe and free from harassment in the same way I will work to ensure students of color or students that are LGBTQIA+ are safe and free from harassment. I have no tolerance for hatred. Anti-Semitic rhetoric, proposals, and actions will be swiftly stopped. Whether that means silencing someone in a public meeting, blocking any proposal to ban the Jewish history or books from our school curriculum and libraries, or personally scrubbing anti-Semitic graffiti off of a school bench.”
Our take
Both Eva Diodati and Mahdi Bey have expressed commitments to ensuring Jewish students feel safe and protected in Pittsburgh Public Schools. Diodati emphasizes direct action against antisemitism, while Bey highlights policy solutions and the importance of building relationships with Jewish stakeholders. Both offer thoughtful perspectives, and Bey’s focus on proactive engagement reflects an additional layer of understanding.
Pittsburgh Public Schools Board of Directors – District 9 – Democratic Primary
Sheraden, Windgap, Brighton Heights, Perry Hilltop, Oakwood, Ridgemont, Crafton Heights, Chartiers City, Parts of Northside, Westwood, Fairywood, Elliott, Esplen, Parts of Marshall-Shadeland, East Carnegie, West End and Summer Hill
Gene Walker – incumbent ⭐
Gene Walker has been the School Board Director for District 9 since 2021. He is also the President of the PPS School Board. Much of his career has been spent in non-profits supporting youth and education. In an email exchange with Beacon about anti-Jewish activity from the past year, Mr. Walker stated, “I am committed to the safety and welfare of all of our students regardless of color, religion, political beliefs, or background…As I reflect on my time meeting families who were harmed by the theft of the Tree of Life memorial at Allderdice High School, I am reminded that we must work together to combat racism, antisemitism, homophobia, islamophobia, sexism and discrimination of all kinds.” He participated in the rededication of the Tree of Life memorial at Allderdice.
Allison Petonic
Allison Petonic is active in union causes. Limited information is available about her. Ms. Petonic did not answer the Beacon questionnaire.
Our take
Incumbent Gene Walker has a solid record in his four years on the school board. Very little information is available about Allison Petonic; she seems more closely aligned with non-education causes. Beacon Coalition recommends Gene Walker.
Pittsburgh Home Rule Charter Amendment Referendums
Beacon Coalition recommends voting YES on all three questions on the May 2025 primary ballot.
Question 2
Shall the Pittsburgh Home Rule Charter, Article One, Home Rule Powers – Definitions, be supplemented by adding a new Section,
105. Local Governance by prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or expression, disability, place of birth, national origin or association or affiliation with any nation or foreign state in conducting business of the City?
Our take
Vote YES to prohibit discrimination on the basis of protected classes in city business.
Question 3
Shall the Pittsburgh Home Rule Charter, Article One, Home Rule Powers – Definitions, be supplemented by adding a new Section,
104. Amendments to Charter, by prohibiting the use of the Home Rule Charter Amendment process to add duties or obligations beyond the lawful scope of the city’s authority?
Our take
Vote YES to prohibit the misuse of home rule charter amendments to enact illegal measures.
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