2024 Pennsylvania General Election

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Dave earned his bachelor's degree in finance from Penn State University and his law degree from Widener University. He lives with his wife and son in Spring Garden Township. He serves as a leader with the Community Action for Recovery and Diversion and York Group Violence Initiative, and is a member of the Pennsylvania Commission on Sentencing. 

Dave previously served as an assistant  district attorney for York County, including as chief deputy prosecutor of litigation in the York County District Attorney’s Office. He was also appointed as a special assistant United States attorney for the Middle District of Pennsylvania in 2013 and worked as a law clerk for judge Joseph C. Adams, former president judge of the York County Court of Common Pleas. He served 4 years in the Navy and was deployed during Operation Desert Strike. 

Dave Sunday is the district attorney for York County, Pennsylvania. He was first elected in 2017 and is serving his 2nd term. 

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Supports strong measures to combat drug abuse.

Supports measures and programs to combat heroin and fentanyl trafficking.

Pledges to support existing law concerning abortion access in Pennsylvania.

Opposes legalization of marijuana for recreational use.

- Supports measures and programs to combat heroin and fentanyl trafficking.
- Pledges to support existing law concerning abortion access in Pennsylvania.
- Opposes legalization of marijuana for recreational use.

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As of September 30, 2024, David Sunday’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Believes that violent criminals must be held accountable for their actions, but that there has to be a focus on providing redemption for those leaving prison in order to reduce recidivism.

Supports death penalty for qualifying crimes.

- Believes that violent criminals must be held accountable for their actions, but that there has to be a focus on providing redemption for those leaving prison in order to reduce recidivism.
- Supports death penalty for qualifying crimes.

Criminal Justice

As a clerk to judge Joseph Adams, maintained court records, administered and collected court fees, filed and processed official documents, scheduled cases, and ensured the public availability of all court proceedings.

As an assistant district attorney, prosecuted civil and criminal cases under state law on behalf of the district attorney’s office, supervised legal and clerical staff, and conducted interviews with victims and witnesses in ongoing cases.

As a district attorney, prosecutes civil and criminal actions under state law and presents cases before grand juries.

As a special assistant United States attorney, prosecuted federal criminal cases on behalf of the U.S. attorney’s office, leading a large case against the "Latin Kings" gang.

- As a clerk to judge Joseph Adams, maintained court records, administered and collected court fees, filed and processed official documents, scheduled cases, and ensured the public availability of all court proceedings.
- As an assistant district attorney, prosecuted civil and criminal cases under state law on behalf of the district attorney’s office, supervised legal and clerical staff, and conducted interviews with victims and witnesses in ongoing cases.
- As a district attorney, prosecutes civil and criminal actions under state law and presents cases before grand juries.
- As a special assistant United States attorney, prosecuted federal criminal cases on behalf of the U.S. attorney’s office, leading a large case against the "Latin Kings" gang.

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David Sunday

Dave currently works as the district attorney for York County. He previously served as an assistant  district attorney for York County, including as chief deputy prosecutor of litigation in the York County District Attorney’s Office. He was also appointed as a special assistant United States attorney for the Middle District of Pennsylvania in 2013 and worked as a law clerk for judge Joseph C. Adams, former president judge of the York County Court of Common Pleas. He served 4 years in the Navy and was deployed during Operation Desert Strike. 

Dave Sunday currently serves as the district attorney for York County, Pennsylvania. He was first elected in 2017 and is serving his 2nd term. 

- Supports measures and programs to combat heroin and fentanyl trafficking.
- Pledges to support existing law in Pennsylvania that protects abortion access.
- Opposes legalization of marijuana for recreational use.

As of October 1, 2024, David Sunday’s website did not contain information on this issue.

David Sunday is the District Attorney of York County. He previously served as the Chief Deputy Prosecutor of Litigation in the York County District Attorney’s Office and was appointed as a Special Assistant United States Attorney for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. He also worked as a Law Clerk for the Honorable Joseph C. Adams, former President Judge of the York County Court of Common Pleas.

Believes in the transformative power of life experiences.

Supports addressing mental health issues in the criminal justice system.

Endorsed by the Pennsylvania Sheriffs Association PAC.

Supports initiatives aimed at reducing violence and aiding community recovery.

Believes in a collaborative approach to public safety, citing a 30% crime decrease, a 40% prison population reduction, and the lowest 5-year recidivism rate in York County, according to an IUP study.

Supports military service and values the contributions of veterans to national security and public service.

As a prosecutor, appointed an elder abuse special prosecutor who works with organizations like the York County Area Agency of Aging to combat elder abuse.

Believes in strong legal advocacy and leadership in criminal justice, drawing from his experience as a top litigator, Navy veteran, and UPS worker who financed his own college and law school education.

As a prosecutor, obtained several first-degree murder convictions, including gang-related and domestic violence cases.

Believes in strong prosecution for serious crimes, including murder conspiracies, attempted murders of police officers, and complex embezzlement cases.

Lives in Spring Garden Township, York County, with his wife and son.

Received the Cooperative Law Enforcement Award from the US Department of Justice in 2020.

Believes military service teaches effective leadership under pressure.

Serves on the American Conservative Union’s prosecutor advisory board.

As a judge, implemented York’s Early Termination of Probation Program, which has a 95% success rate.

As a prosecutor, leads an office of prosecutors and detectives who investigate and prosecute approximately 9,000 criminal cases annually.

As a prosecutor, tried approximately fifty felony jury trials, including successful prosecutions of over ten high-profile York County murders.

Earned a law degree from Widener University School of Law.

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Eric is originally from New York City. He earned a bachelor's degree from Colgate University and a law degree from George Washington University. He serves as a governing board member of the Early Head Start Program of Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. He previously served as president of Main Line Reform Temple and as a trustee of Colgate University, Bryn Mawr Rehabilitation Hospital, and the Endowment Corporation of the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia. Eric lives with his wife. They have 2 sons.

Eric currently works as an attorney specializing in healthcare law. He previously worked with law firms and healthcare companies in Pennsylvania including AmeriHealth Caritas, UnitedHealthcare, and Aetna U.S. Healthcare. He began his legal career at Wolf Block and Fox Rothschild. He served on Governor Josh Shapiro's Healthcare Transition Team for Health and Human Services. He also served as deputy general counsel to Governor Tom Ridge and was elected as a Republican Committeeperson in Philadelphia and later in Lower Merion Township, Montgomery County.

Eric Lawrence Settle's campaign for attorney general is his first run for public office.

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Supports legalizing recreational marijuana use in Pennsylvania.

Plans to focus on combating organized criminal drug operations.

- Wants to reduce illegal guns on streets.
- Supports restricting assault weapons.
- Supports legalizing recreational marijuana use in Pennsylvania.
- Plans to focus on combating organized criminal drug operations.

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Pledges to strictly regulate for-profit acquisitions of non-profit healthcare facilities.

Supports ranked-choice voting and allowing independents to vote in primaries.

- Pledges to strictly regulate for-profit acquisitions of non-profit healthcare facilities.
- Supports ranked-choice voting and allowing independents to vote in primaries.
- Pledges to defend election results.

Supports a less punitive approach to minor drug offenses.

Advocates for prosecuting parents of minor mass shooting assailants in certain cases.

- Supports a less punitive approach to minor drug offenses.
- Advocates for prosecuting parents of minor mass shooting assailants in certain cases.

As the deputy general counsel to Governor Tom Ridge, provided legal advice on healthcare and environmental issues.

- As the deputy general counsel to Governor Tom Ridge, provided legal advice on healthcare and environmental issues.

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Eric Lawrence Settle

Eric is originally from New York City. He has a bachelor's degree from Colgate University and a law degree from George Washington University. Eric serves as a governing board member of the Early Head Start Program of Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. He previously served as president of Main Line Reform Temple and as a trustee of Colgate University, Bryn Mawr Rehabilitation Hospital, and the Endowment Corporation of the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia. Eric lives with his wife. They have 2 sons.

Eric currently works as an attorney specializing in healthcare law. He previously worked with law firms and healthcare companies in Pennsylvania including AmeriHealth Caritas, UnitedHealthcare, and Aetna U.S. Healthcare. Eric began his legal career at Wolf Block and Fox Rothschild.

Eric Lawrence Settle served on Governor Josh Shapiro's Healthcare Transition Team for Health and Human Services. He also served as deputy general counsel to Governor Tom Ridge and was elected as a Republican Committeeperson in Philadelphia and later in Lower Merion Township, Montgomery County. His campaign for Attorney General of Pennsylvania is his first run for statewide office.

- As Deputy General Counsel to Governor Tom Ridge, Settle provided legal advice on healthcare and environmental issues.

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Eugene is originally from Pittsburgh. He earned his bachelor's degree in political science from the University of Pittsburgh, his master's degree in public policy from the University of Pittsburgh, and his law degree from Widener University. He lives with his wife, Tracey, and their 2 children in Pittsburgh.

Eugene currently works as an adjunct professor at the University of Pittsburgh. He previously worked for the City of York as director of economic development and as the deputy secretary for the Department of Environmental Protection from 2003 to 2006.

Eugene Depasquale previously served as auditor general for Pennsylvania. He served 2 terms from 2013 to 2021. He also previously served as a state representative for Pennsylvania State House District 95. He served 3 terms from 2007 to 2013. He ran for US Representative in Pennsylvania House District 10 in 2020, but he did not win.

Supports universal background checks, banning the sale of "ghost guns," and implementing red flag laws to prevent criminals, terrorists, and domestic abusers from obtaining guns.

Supports universal background checks, banning the sale of "ghost guns," and implementing red flag laws to prevent criminals and domestic abusers from obtaining guns.

Supports holding polluters accountable and defending sustainable practices to combat climate change.

Supports holding polluters accountable and supporting sustainable practices to combat climate change.

Supports using Pennsylvania's share of the opioid manufacturers settlement money for "proven prevention and treatment programs."

Supports working with law enforcement to utilize proven crime prevention tactics and prosecute violent criminals.

Supports abortion access and will utilize office to protect abortion rights from political action.

- Supports universal background checks, banning the sale of "ghost guns," and implementing red flag laws to prevent criminals and domestic abusers from obtaining guns.
- Supports holding polluters accountable and supporting sustainable practices to combat climate change.
- Supports using Pennsylvania's share of the opioid manufacturers settlement money for "proven prevention and treatment programs."
- Supports working with law enforcement to utilize proven crime prevention tactics and prosecute violent criminals.
- Supports abortion access and will utilize office to protect abortion rights from political action.

Promises to "prosecute wage theft and defend collective bargaining rights."

Supports measures to combat price gouging.

Believes in supporting health care access by taking "on insurance companies that unlawfully deny patients coverage or drug companies that fuel the opioid crisis."

- Promises to "prosecute wage theft and defend collective bargaining rights."
- Supports measures to combat price gouging.
- Believes in supporting health care access by taking "on insurance companies that unlawfully deny patients coverage or drug companies that fuel the opioid crisis."

Supports aggressive prosecution of hate crimes.

- Supports aggressive prosecution of hate crimes.

As of September 30, 2024, Eugene Depasquale’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Eugene Depasquale

Eugene Depasquale previously served as auditor general for Pennsylvania. He served 2 terms from 2013 to 2021. He also previously served as a state representative for Pennsylvania State House District 95. He served 3 terms from 2007 to 2013. He ran for US Representative in Pennsylvania House District 10 in 2020 but did not win.

Eugene is from Pittsburgh. He earned his bachelor's degree in political science from the University of Pittsburgh and his law degree from Widener University School of Law.

Eugene DePasquale served as Pennsylvania's Auditor General for eight years and was a State Representative for York County.

Eugene Depasquale served as Pennsylvania's auditor general from 2013 to 2021 and was a state representative for York County. He ran for Congress in 2020 but did not win.

Eugenio Depasquale

Supports "Fighting for Environmental Justice."

Supports inclusive policies to protect the LGBTQ community and promote equality in law enforcement, healthcare, and education.

Plans to "restore trust between citizens and local law enforcement to ensure our police can best serve and protect the Commonwealth."

Promises to represent victims of "deceptive policies, price gouging, or other unethical practices."

Plans to be a "fighter" for criminal justice reform.

Believes in having "a record of standing up to bullies," suggesting a strong stance against those who intimidate or oppress others.

Believes in standing firm and not backing down from tough fights, just like any other Pennsylvanian.

Endorsed by Western Pennsylvania labor organizations.

Believes in protecting citizens from "extremists and...".

Believes in holding "bullies, cheats, and criminals" accountable.

Believes in having extensive legal experience to win tough fights.

Believes the opposing candidate is untrustworthy for the position of attorney general.

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Justin is originally from northwestern Pennsylvania. He earned his bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania and his law degree from Roger Williams University. He lives with his wife, Shari, and their son in Waterford. He volunteers as a firefighter and EMT at Stancliff Hose Company. 

Justin currently works as an attorney for Magill Law Ltd., focusing in estate planning and business startups. He previously worked as a small arms instructor for the United States Army Reserve. He served in the United States Army from 2004 to 2008. 

Justin Magill's campaign for attorney general of Pennsylvania is his first run for public office. 

As of September 30, 2024, Justin Luke Magill did not have a website or any information online.

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Said, "My understanding that the purpose of government is to secure our God-given Individual Rights."

- Said, "My understanding that the purpose of government is to secure our God-given Individual Rights."

As a legal associate/attorney at Magill Law Ltd., researches, drafts, and files legal documents, and provides defense and counsel to clients, specializing in estate planning and startup businesses.

- As a legal associate/attorney at Magill Law Ltd., researches, drafts, and files legal documents, and provides defense and counsel to clients, specializing in estate planning and startup businesses.

Justin Luke Magill

Justin L Magill, Esq. 

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Justin is originally from northwestern Pennsylvania. He earned his bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania and his law degree from Roger Williams University. He lives with his wife, Shari, and their son. He volunteers as a firefighter and EMT in Waterford. 

Justin currently works as an attorney for Magill Law Ltd., focusing in estate planning and business startups. He previously spent 3 years in the United States Army and 2 years as a small arms instructor for the United States Army Reserve. 

Ballotpedia. Richard Weiss (Pennsylvania)

Richard is from Pennsylvania. He earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Pittsburgh, a law degree from the University of Denver, and a master's of business administration from the University of Chicago.

Richard currently works as an attorney at Special Counsel. He previously worked as a foreign legal advisor. 

Richard Weiss previously ran for attorney general of Pennsylvania in 2020 and Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas in 2021, but did not win either race. 

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Wants to bring back a ban on assault weapons.

Supports adding body cameras to all police officers and any people who are arrested.

Plans to create a citizens' board dedicated to reviewing police activity.

Believes in ending the right of police officers to pull cars over for traffic violations.

- Wants to bring back a ban on assault weapons.
- Supports adding body cameras to all police officers and any people who are arrested.
- Plans to create a citizens' board dedicated to reviewing police activity.
- Believes in ending the right of police officers to pull cars over for traffic violations.

As of September 30, 2024, Richard L Weiss did not have a website or any information online.

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Opposes punishing sex work and drug use as crimes.

Wants to stop punishing or to legalize the use of cannabis (marijuana), including erasing past criminal records that only involve marijuana.

Believes in releasing old and disabled inmates from prison.

Promises to sue any government organization that continues to give aid to countries, like Israel, who fail to provide humanitarian aid during war.

Believes paying market wages for current "prison slave laborers" who are paid pennies per hour will cause incarceration to "go down when it is no longer profitable."

Supports diverting elderly, sick, and nonviolent offenders to other programs.

Supports restorative justice programs over prisons.

- Opposes cash bail.
- Opposes punishing sex work and drug use as crimes.
- Wants to stop punishing or to legalize the use of cannabis (marijuana), including erasing past criminal records that only involve marijuana.
- Believes in releasing old and disabled inmates from prison.
- Promises to sue any government organization that continues to give aid to countries, like Israel, who fail to provide humanitarian aid during war.
- Believes paying market wages for current "prison slave laborers" who are paid pennies per hour will cause incarceration to "go down when it is no longer profitable."
- Supports restorative justice programs over prisons.

As an attorney, researches, drafts, and files legal documents, and provides defense and counsel to clients.

- As an attorney, researches, drafts, and files legal documents, and provides defense and counsel to clients.

Richard L Weiss

Richard earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Pittsburgh, a law degree from the University of Denver, and a master's of business administration from the University of Chicago.

- Opposes cash bail.
- Opposes punishing sex work and drug use as crimes.
- Wants to stop punishing or to legalize the use of cannabis (marijuana), including erasing past criminal records that only involve marijuana.
- Believes in releasing old and disabled inmates from prison.
- Promises to sue any government organization that continues to give aid to countries, like Israel, who fail to provide humanitarian aid during war.

- As an attorney with Special Counsel, researches, drafts, and files legal documents, and provides defense and counsel to clients.

Robert earned a bachelor's degree in sports, arts, and financial management from Point Park University. He also earned a law degree from Suffolk University. 

Robert Cowburn's campaign for attorney general is his first run for public office.

Supports strengthening whistleblower protections to safeguard individuals who expose government corruption from retaliation.

Supports adding protections to defend people who expose corruption from retaliation.

Believes in creating incentives for individuals to report unethical practices, saying, "This will encourage more individuals to come forward with information about unethical practices."

Believes in creating incentives for individuals to report unethical practices.

- Supports adding protections to defend people who expose corruption from retaliation.
- Believes in creating incentives for individuals to report unethical practices.

As of September 30, 2024, Robert J Cowburn’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Plans to establish a specialized anti-corruption unit within the Attorney General’s office to investigate and prosecute corrupt practices at all government levels.

Plans to establish an anti-corruption unit in the Attorney General’s office to investigate and prosecute corruption at all government levels.

- Plans to establish an anti-corruption unit in the Attorney General’s office to investigate and prosecute corruption at all government levels.

As an attorney at Sommer Law Group, researches, drafts, and files legal documents, and provides defense and counsel to clients, specializing in corporate law.

- As an attorney at Sommer Law Group, researches, drafts, and files legal documents, and provides defense and counsel to clients, specializing in corporate law.

Robert J Cowburn

As of October 3, 2024, Robert J Cowburn’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Robert J Cowburn is the elected Chair and President of the Libertarian Party of Pennsylvania. He has a legal practice focused on public policy and statutory reform.

Believes Pennsylvania should have the autonomy to make its own decisions without federal interference.

Believes in "upholding integrity and eradicating corruption" to ensure public safety.

Believes in empowering parents and students to enhance public safety.

Plans to "purge" corruption from government.

Promises to eliminate corruption at all levels.

As a lawyer, litigated federal lawsuits under Section 1983 of the Civil Rights Act to "push back against government overreach and defend individual rights."

Believes transparency in criminal justice policies is a promise.

Believes in a "commitment to principle" and a "proven track record of advocacy and reform" in criminal justice.

Believes in the principles of the Libertarian Party.

Believes in breaking the "two-party system’s stranglehold" to create a more inclusive and representative political landscape.

Believes the American government protects individual rights and privacy.

Believes their legal practice, especially in public policy and statutory reform, has equipped them to address significant challenges directly.

Believes Pennsylvania should have the authority to nullify federal laws.

Supports implementing ranked-choice voting and reducing barriers for third-party candidates.

Supports Pennsylvania's right to reject federal laws that infringe on state sovereignty.

- The attorney general is the top lawyer in Pennsylvania and represents PA and its agencies in lawsuits that are brought by or against the state. 
- The attorney general supervises hundreds of prosecutors, attorneys, and agents across four divisions: criminal law, public protection (focusing on personal rights and public interests), civil (representing Pennsylvania and upholding its Constitution), and public engagement (focusing on outreach and crime prevention).
-The attorney general is responsible for collecting taxes and debts due to the state and prosecutes organized crime and public corruption cases.
- The attorney genera is elected to four-year terms and cannot serve more than two consecutive terms in office.

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