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We hope this edition of the New Pennsylvania Project eBlast finds you well.

Please take a few moments to check out all the important news you can use, events happening in your neighborhood, career opportunities, and other updates.

"Yesterday’s expulsion of duly elected officials in Tennessee only solidified for the communities we seek to serve and register to vote that their voices and votes don’t matter. As an organization that centers engaging and mobilizing communities of color, immigrant communities and the youth, our jobs were made even more difficult because of the undemocratic act in Tennessee. We will continue to expand the electorate in Pennsylvania to ensure the disenfranchisement that happened in Tennessee couldn’t possibly happen in Pennsylvania in the future. Together, we aim to prove that their voices and votes will not be ignored."

- Kadida Kenner, New Pennsylvania Project’s CEO

Pa. House Democrats' majority is on the line in DelCo race to replace Mike Zabel, who resigned amid harassment allegations (Philadelphia Inquirer)

“A special election to replace former Democratic state Rep. Mike Zabel will determine whether Democrats keep their one-seat majority in Harrisburg – with Republican Katie Ford and Democrat Heather Boyd facing off for the seat."

Pa. primary election 2023: A complete guide to the candidates for Commonwealth and Superior Courts (Spotlight PA)

Philly has never elected a Latina citywide lawmaker. Could this year bring change? (Philadelphia Inquirer)

“For decades, one Latino lawmaker has been the norm for Philadelphia City Hall. Today, Latinos make up 15% of the city’s population, but hold just one of 17 Council seats. And the May 16 Democratic primary presents an opportunity for Philadelphia’s Latino community — and its women in particular — to finally increase their representation in City Hall.”

Your Guide To The Philadelphia Primary Election (Philadelphia Citizen)

“In a city where turnout is typically low, you’d think Philly voters would overlook a primary. But in a city that’s as one-party as we are, the primary election — specifically, the Democratic primary — largely determines who wins in the general election.”

Supporters hope Pa.’s new legislature will embrace open primaries, but at least one big hurdle remains (Spotlight PA)

What is a Primary Election?

In a primary election, each political party selects its candidates to run for office during the general election. Voters vote for their preferred candidates to represent their political party. The candidates who get the highest number of votes in the primary election go on to run in the general election. 

Pennsylvania has closed primaries which means you have to be registered to vote with a political party in order to vote for candidates who are running in that affiliated party. 

All voters can vote on:

• constitutional amendments,
• ballot questions, and
• any special election contests held at the same time as a primary election.

The 2023 Municipal, Local and Judicial Primary Election is on Tuesday, May 16th. Polls are open from 7am - 8pm.

The New Pennsylvania Project is a voting rights organization with a primary focus of registering communities of color and the youth to vote. We are looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help defend democracy by expanding the electorate.

• Director of Campaigns and Engagement 
• Director of Programs
• Regional Organizing Directors
• Community Engagement Associate
• Fellows (part-time)

To learn more about how to apply and review job descriptions with requirements and disclosed salary ranges, please click here.

You’re invited! A free panel on Pa.’s Supreme Court candidates and why the 2023 election matters

To further examine the court’s role in Pa. politics and policy and the candidates looking to fill a potentially pivotal vacancy, Spotlight PA is hosting a free, virtual panel discussion with experts from the New Pennsylvania Project, Pennsylvanians for Modern Courts, and members of our government team.

They’ll also discuss why all the judicial races on your 2023 ballot matter.

Join us Thursday, April 13, from 6-7 p.m. on Zoom for everything you need to know before primary Election Day.

RSVP for free here

Submit your questions in advance to: [email protected]

For more information on the Supreme Court judicial races click here.

Philadelphia 

Name: Selma Family Movie Event

Type: Voter Information Registration Event

Date: Saturday, April 15

Time: 2:30pm - 6:00pm

Location: John Street Community Center 

1100 Popular St. 

Philadelphia, PA

Allentown, Lehigh County

Name: Community Unity

Type: Community Event

Date: Friday, April 28

Time: 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Location: Operation Address The Homeless (OATH)

221 N 7th St.

Allentown, PA 18102

To all who celebrate; Chag Pesach Samech, and also Happy Easter from #TeamNPP.

Thank you for taking the time to stay informed. We'll be back in two weeks with the latest edition.

In solidarity,

#TeamNPP

Municipal/Local/Judicial Primary: May 16, 2023
Last day to register to vote: May 1, 2023
Last day to request a mail-in or absentee ballot: May 9, 2023

Municipal/Local/Judicial Election: November 7, 2023
Last day to register to vote: October 23, 2023
Last day to request a mail-in or absentee ballot: October 31, 2023

Help us prepare for the upcoming municipal, judicial, and local elections in 2023!

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