Corey O'Connor challenges Mayor Ed Gainey in upcoming election
- Corey O'Connor, son of late Mayor Bob O'Connor, is expected to announce his candidacy for mayor against Ed Gainey in three weeks.
- O'Connor cites concerns from local residents about stagnation under Gainey's administration, including blight and declining property values.
- The election may present a shift in Pittsburgh's political landscape, with O'Connor challenging the performance of the current administration.
As Pittsburgh braces for a significant election, County Controller Corey O'Connor, the son of late Mayor Bob O'Connor, is preparing to enter the Democratic primary race against current Mayor Ed Gainey. Sources indicate that O'Connor is expected to formally announce his candidacy within the next three weeks. He has voiced concerns about the Gainey administration's performance, arguing that the city is experiencing stagnation, declining property values, increasing blight, and inadequate development efforts. O'Connor’s critics claim that the Gainey administration has successfully improved public safety and fostered economic growth, while O'Connor argues that many residents are dissatisfied and believe a change is needed for the city’s future.