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John Dougherty, a towering figure in Philly politics and organized labor, sentenced to six years in federal prison

Dougherty apologized to the members of Local 98 and said he took "full responsibility" for his crimes.

Former labor leader John Dougherty leaves the federal courthouse in Reading after his sentencing Thursday.
Former labor leader John Dougherty leaves the federal courthouse in Reading after his sentencing Thursday.Read moreAlejandro A. Alvarez / Staff Photographer