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Mayor Parker made the most of her DNC trip, even with no speaker slot and recent political mishaps

The week was an opportunity for the mayor to network with other Democrats and build relationships that, should Harris win the White House, will be important for securing federal resources.

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker, right, greets U.S. Sen. Bob Casey (D., Pa.), left, on the floor of the Democratic National Convention as Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, center, looks on.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker, right, greets U.S. Sen. Bob Casey (D., Pa.), left, on the floor of the Democratic National Convention as Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, center, looks on.Read moreSean Collins Walsh / Staff