Allentown mayor's race could last until November, as Democrat seeks Republican write-ins

ALLENTOWN, Pa. — The race for Allentown mayor could go the distance.

Two-term Councilman Ed Zucal is looking to earn the Democratic Party’s nomination over incumbent Mayor Matt Tuerk in the May 20 primary.

But Zucal could end up on the ballot in November even if he fails with his bid this month, as he’s actively seeking Republican write-in votes.

Zucal in the final weeks of his primary challenge is sending out mailers criticizing the mayor.

One calls Tuerk “woke” and displays a quote from White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt describing the mayor as “Trump-deranged.”



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