Abraham undaunted by challenge

Philadelphia Tribune, The | May 8, 2001| | Copyright

Dabney, Michael
Philadelphia Tribune, The
05-08-2001
Abraham undaunted by challenge

By Michael Dabney

Tribune Staff Writer

Lynne Abraham has been the city's district attorney for 10 years and this
year is running for her third full term. But in the spring Democratic
primary next week, she has something she has never really had before - a
viable primary opponent in the form of Alex Talmadge.

However, she seems undaunted by the challenge.

"I would never say vote for me because I'm white. Race is always relevant
in our times. It's just not a part of our campaign," said the 60-year-old
Abraham. "I'm here ...

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