On August 1, the Socialist Workers Party submitted petitions to place its Mayoral candidates on the ballot in both Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. The Philadelphia contest will probably be a three-way contest between Democrat Michael Nutter, Republican Al Taubenberger, and Socialist Worker John Staggs.
The Pittsburgh Mayoral contest will probably be a 4-way contest between Democrat Luke Ravenstahl, Republican Mark DeSantis, Libertarian Mark Rauterkus, and Socialist Worker Ryan Scott.
Yes, the mayor’s race may be a four way deal in Pittsburgh with D, R, Libertarian and Socialist. However, I do NOT expect to be the candidate for mayor. I’ll run for city controller and city council. I’m a place holder for another candidate for mayor.