EMILY’s List endorses Allyson Schwartz for Pennsylvania governor election
May 23, 2013
By EMILY SCHULTHEIS, POLITICO – The pro-Democratic women’s group EMILY’s List is throwing its support behind Pennsylvania Rep. Allyson Schwartz in her bid to defeat incumbent GOP Gov. Tom Corbett.
If elected, the Democratic House member would be the first female governor of the Keystone State.
“Allyson Schwartz has an incredible track record of fighting for the women and families of Pennsylvania,” said Stephanie Schriock, President of EMILY’s List. “Now it’s time for her to take that experience and dedication all the way to the governor’s mansion, where she will help get Pennsylvanians back to work, protect access to healthcare, and fight for seniors and veterans.”
Corbett, whose approval ratings have been stuck in the 30s or even the high 20s, is one of Democrats’ top gubernatorial targets for next year. A Quinnipiac poll last month found Schwartz leading Corbett by 13 points, 47 percent to 34 percent.
