Just how much of a charade is this mayoral race? So much so that the city's independent election watchdog, the Committee of Seventy, is already sending out press releases announcing which candidate - likely - would be making his first address after today's election ends.
On the other hand, it's no surprise who that is.
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MAYOR-ELECT OF PHILADELPHIA TO MAKE FIRST OFFICIAL ADDRESS
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2007
WHAT: New Mayor-Elect of Philadelphia (likely Democratic and former City Councilman Michael Nutter) will make his first public address on the morning after the general election at a breakfast hosted by the Committee of Seventy.
WHY: This is the first opportunity for citizens and members of the news media to hear from Philadelphia’s next Mayor about plans for transitioning to his new administration.
WHEN: Wednesday, November 7, 2007 at 8 a.m. (Doors open at 7:30 a.m.) Mayoral address scheduled for 8:45 a.m.
WHERE: The Park Hyatt at the Bellevue, 200 S. South Broad Street, Grand Ballroom.
Background: The morning after the general election, the new Mayor-Elect of Philadelphia will make his first official address to the City at a breakfast for 400 people hosted by the Committee of Seventy. Seventy is the oldest organization in the country devoted to fostering citizen involvement and improving local government.
“Once the election is over, the winner has to immediately turn his attention from what he might do if elected to what he will do as Mayor. That’s what people hope to hear,” said Zachary Stalberg, Seventy’s President and CEO. “We are looking forward to welcoming the new Mayor as he begins to spell out his agenda for the transition and the beginning of his term.” Stalberg commended both Democrat Michael Nutter and Republican Al Taubenberger for running a civil and issues-oriented campaign. As a sign of appreciation, Seventy has also invited the losing mayoral candidate to offer brief remarks at the November 6th breakfast. Stalberg said he hopes that bringing the candidates together after the election will become a new tradition.
The Committee of Seventy is a non-partisan organization conducting a permanent campaign to improve the Philadelphia region by demanding ethical conduct of public officials, safeguarding elections, promoting government efficiency and educating citizens.
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