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How Philly’s electricians union and Johnny Doc converted payroll deductions into political influence

From 2002 through 2018, Local 98 collected just under $41 million to invest in helping elect allies to office, according to an Inquirer analysis of member contributions to its political committee.

John “Johnny Doc” Dougherty speaks to reporters after pleading not guilty in his federal embezzlement and conspiracy case.
John “Johnny Doc” Dougherty speaks to reporters after pleading not guilty in his federal embezzlement and conspiracy case.Read moreDAVID SWANSON / Staff Photographer