Corey O’Connor’s Pittsburgh Primary Win Follows His Father’s Footsteps

In Pittsburgh, Corey O’Connor’s victory in the Democratic primary represents a turn from progressive policies — and a chance for him to run the city his father once led.

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O’Connor Wins Democratic Primary for Pittsburgh Mayor, Defeating Incumbent

The outcome is the latest in a string of losses in deep-blue cities that has raised questions about the power of progressive officeholders.

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Pittsburgh’s Mayoral Race Heats Up as Pressure Mounts on Ed Gainey

The Democratic primary for mayor of Pittsburgh on Tuesday has become something of a proxy for the national struggle over the party’s future direction.

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