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Mary grew up in Narberth, PA. She earned her bachelor's degree in business administration and management from The Wharton School and her master's degree in American government and politics from the University of Pennsylvania. She and her husband, Bob Winkelman, live in Narberth. They have 3 children. 

Mary previously worked as an associate director of business services for the University of Pennsylvania. 

Mary Josephine Daley is a state representative in State Assembly District 148. She was first elected in 2012. She previously served on the Narberth Borough Council for 20 years, including 10 years as their president.

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Supports a shift to green energy, believing it will create stable, well-paying jobs in struggling Pennsylvania communities and acknowledging the health benefits of reducing carbon emissions.

Supports a shift to green energy, believing it will create stable, well-paying jobs.

- Supports a shift to green energy, believing it will create stable, well-paying jobs.

Economy

As of September 30, 2024, Mary Josephine Daley’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Supports transitioning from fossil fuels to sustainable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydroelectric power.

Supports the creation of conservation corridors.

- Supports transitioning from fossil fuels to sustainable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydroelectric power.
- Supports the creation of conservation corridors.

Energy & the Environment

Public Safety

Believes voting is a "sacred right" and opposes gun presence at polling places, viewing it as "voter suppression by virtue of intimidation."

- Opposes gun presence at polling places.

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Mary Josephine Daley

Mary grew up in Narberth, PA.  She earned her master's public administration and American government and politics from the University of Pennsylvania.  Mary and her husband, Bob Winkelman, live in Narberth.  They have 3 children. 

Mary Daley currently serves as the State Representative in State Assembly District 148 in Pennsylvania. She was first elected in 2012. She previously served on the Narberth Borough Council for twenty years, including ten years as Council President.


Supports creating conservation corridors in Pennsylvania to install “natural land” pathways for safe animal crossings.

Believes life is full of challenges and unexpected setbacks.

The candidate's website asks self-employed individuals to list their business name and type of business, stating "Business Person" is not an acceptable answer.

Supports awarding grants to local boroughs for infrastructure improvements, such as flooding mitigation and sewer project completion.

Supports using Commonwealth Financing Authority funds to install storm pipes and rehabilitate sewer infrastructure to address chronic flooding.

Believes stormwater and sewer infrastructure are overlooked until storms cause flooding or repair costs impact residents.

As a state representative, co-sponsored legislation imposing a moratorium on evictions during the recession and prohibiting fees or penalties for late or missed rent payments.

Supports access to healthcare for mothers and children.

Believes breastfeeding can have environmental benefits.

Supports legislation for safe and sanitary breastfeeding options for working mothers.

Believes the virus is the enemy and supports adaptable management of public health crises.

Supports improving maternal and infant healthcare outcomes in Pennsylvania, highlighting the state's doubled maternal mortality rate since 2004 and higher-than-average infant mortality rate, and plans to advocate for better care as chair of the Women’s Health Caucus.

Believes it is imperative for the government to treat mothers and their children with "utmost dignity and respect."

Opposes a "uniform plan" for reopening schools.

Believes all schools in Pennsylvania should be open and stay open.

Believes "children and parents need assurance and predictability."

Believes children should have models of adaptability and resiliency.

Supports increased funding for public schools and believes in strong teacher support and professional development.

Believes the pandemic can teach children adaptability and the importance of responding to challenges without blaming others.

Supports funding environmental education, as demonstrated by the announcement of a $20,000 Environmental Education Grant for Riverbend Environmental Education Center in Gladwyne.

Believes deforestation and habitat fragmentation disrupt animal populations, forcing them to cross roadways and urban areas in search of food and mates.

Supports measures to prevent global warming from reaching a 1.5°C increase from pre-industrial levels, as it would be catastrophic for all human life.

Supports breast milk over formula, saying "It is produced without pollution, packaging or waste, whereas formula production and consumption generate greenhouse gas emissions that accelerate global warming."

Supports preserving Pennsylvania's extensive forest cover, which comprises 58.6% of the state, according to the Forest Inventory Analysis by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Supports creating conservation corridors to reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions.

Supports public safety measures and community policing to enhance security and build trust between law enforcement and communities.

Supports increasing female representation in politics.

Believes in the unpredictability of life, saying, "We make plans and God laughs."

Believes in addressing anger and avoiding blaming others for public safety issues.

Supports voting rights legislation to ensure fair elections.

Supports increasing the number of women in politics, noting that Pennsylvania ranks second to last in the nation for electing women.

Supports efforts to increase the number of women on the ballot.

Believes right-wing Republicans use "dirty tricks" to suppress voting.

Supports voting rights and fair elections.

Believes shredding is a safe and eco-friendly method for disposing of important but unwanted documents.

As of October 3, 2024, Mary Josephine Daley’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Mary Jo Daley has been serving as a State Representative for the 148th district in Pennsylvania since 2013. She previously served on the Narberth Borough Council for twenty years, including ten years as Council President.

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- They are elected to two-year terms and have a salary of $106,000, with a 1-3% annual increase

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