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Philly State Sen. Vincent Hughes says he won’t run for mayor

Hughes said in an Instagram post that he can fight for new investments for Philadelphia schools, public safety, and affordable housing from the state capital.

State Senator Vincent Hughes speaks to students, teachers and staff about the achievements and hard work of Paul Robeson High School in Philadelphia, Pa., on Tuesday Dec. 20, 2022. He said this week he will not run for mayor of Philadelphia.
State Senator Vincent Hughes speaks to students, teachers and staff about the achievements and hard work of Paul Robeson High School in Philadelphia, Pa., on Tuesday Dec. 20, 2022. He said this week he will not run for mayor of Philadelphia.Read moreTyger Williams / Staff Photographer