The KYW Newsradio All-Local on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023 (midday edition):
In the debate between the candidates for mayor of Philadelphia, Democrat Cherelle Parker and Republican David Oh, gun violence was a major topic. Both candidates agreed that there should be stricter enforcement of lower-level crimes. Parker said her plan for year-round school is about making sure students have access to every tool they need to be successful. Oh said he wouldn't send his kids to a year-round school because he wants them to have time with their family and for religious education. A Philadelphia police officer's right to stop and frisk people suspected of having a weapon is a point of contention for candidates Oh and Parker. Oh said stop-and-frisk, or Terry stops, is a tool that can only be used when justified. Parker voiced her support for Terry stops.The proposed Sixers arena was also a hot topic. Both candidates said they need to see more data on the potential impact of the structure in Chinatown. The issue of school choice and charter schools has been front and center in the debate over education in that city. Oh says he wants to ensure every child has access to good schools, but strong public schooling is fundamental to that. Parker touted her background as a product of the city's public school system. She says she wants to foster collaboration to dispel the narrative of charters versus public schools.