The crime issue in Philadelphia is a big factor in this year's mayoral election. The candidates have different approaches to how they plan to fix the issue.
In Philadelphia's first mayoral race since crime spiked during the coronavirus pandemic, the crowded Democratic field is trying to make public safety a campaign cornerstone.
Mayoral candidates are advocating for approaches that range from mental health interventions and cleaner streets to echoes of “tough-on-crime” Republican rhetoric.
In Philadelphia's first mayoral race since crime spiked during the COVID-19 pandemic, the crowded Democratic field is trying to make public safety a campaign.