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Philadelphia County, PA November 4, 2008 Election
Smart Voter Richard B. "Rich" Costello

Candidate for
State Representative; District 172

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Biographical Highlights
  • Party: Democratic
  • Occupation: Retired Police Captain
  • BA, Political Science, St. Joseph's University; 1973
  • Police Academy Graduate; 1973
  • Shot in the line of duty; 1973
  • Attained Rank of Captain; 1989
  • 10 Year President of Philadelphia F.O.P
  • Retired in 2008 after 34 years on the force
Top Priorities if Elected
  • Reform the State Ethics Laws to limit lobbyist influence and ensure our State Legislators are working for Us
  • Restore Philadelphia's power to enact it's own gun laws, and enact laws mandating the reporting of lost or stolen guns
  • Increase access to Healthcare and leverage the State's bulk buying power to reduce prescription drug costs for all Pennsylvanians
Key Endorsements
  • Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 5
  • Philadelphia Fire Fighters Union IAFF, Local 22
  • The Daily News
 
Campaign Contact Information
Website: http://www.RichCostello.com
E-mail: info@RichCostello.com

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