It is one of the most closely watched U.S. Senate races in the country as the majority hangs in the balance.

Three-time Democratic incumbent Sen. Bob Casey Jr. faces his most significant challenge from Republican Dave McCormick. The two campaigns have already spent north of $344 million on ads, touting their positives and attempting to point out their opponent’s negatives.

Other candidates include Leila Hazou of the Green Party, Marty Selker of the Constitution Party, and John Thomas Jr. of the Libertarian Party.

Bob Casey Jr. (D)
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U.S. Senator, 2007-present; PA State Treasurer 2005-07;
PA Auditor General 1997-2005
BA: College of the Holy Cross ’82
JD: Catholic University ’88
Residence: Scranton

Issues

• mistake to overturn Roe v. Wade and strongly opposes Republican efforts to enact a national abortion ban
• fought to undo many of the harmful policies that contributed to the historic discrimination against the LGBTQ community
• fighting for equal pay for equal work and is an original co-sponsor of the Paycheck Fairness Act
• supports the John Lewis Voting Rights Act
• fight for annual appropriations to support VA health care
• champion for the most vulnerable among us, including children, seniors, and people with disabilities
• fighting to pass the No Tax Breaks for Union Busting Act to stop allowing corporations to subsidize their anti-union activities at taxpayer expense
• fighting to hold the Chinese government accountable for its currency manipulation and cheating practices
• leading bipartisan bills to force hedge funds and private equity firms to disclose their investments in China
• leading bipartisan bills to force hedge funds and private equity firms to disclose their investments in China
• exposed how greedy corporations are ripping off working families
• believes we must secure our border, protect the safety and security of our communities, and he supports comprehensive immigration reform

Dave McCormick (R)
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CEO, Bridgewater Associates, 2020-22; Co-CEO, 2017-20; President, 2009-17; Under Secretary of Treasury for International Affairs, 2007-09
BS: U.S. Military Academy ’87
PhD: Princeton University ’96
Resides: Pittsburgh

Issues

• pro-life, is opposed to a national abortion ban, and supports exceptions in the cases of rape, incest, and saving the life of the mother
• work to rein in government spending, oppose tax increases, and exercise fiscal responsibility
• fight to secure the border, put an end to drug and human trafficking, and support our border patrol agents
• work to restore America’s military might, strengthen our defense industrial base, reestablish deterrence of our adversaries. Show peace through strength
• a conservationist who believes we don’t have to choose between clean energy and economic development
• mitigate the risk of climate change through adaptation and energy policies that do not impose significant damage on our society, our economy, and our security
• improving the quality of our schools by expanding school choice, committing to free expression, and valuing civics
• create new workforce training programs and accord job training and community colleges the same respect—and financial support—our country directs toward a four‐year college education
• use sanctions, intelligence resources, military interdictions at sea, and all other tools at our disposal to make it as difficult as possible for drug cartels to produce fentanyl
• improving education in math, science, and engineering as well as technical skills training
• connect veterans with job opportunities in the private and public sector
• believes law-abiding citizens have an individual right to own firearms for self-defense, hunting, collecting, and sport-shooting

Leila Hazou (Green)
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Small Business owner; Former project manager, Deutsche Bank
BA: University of Colorado ’95
MBA: Loyola College (Md.) ’05
Resides: Delaware Township, Pike County

Priorities

• Women’s Rights, LGBTQ Rights and an end to systemic racism
• Healthcare is a right – no one should worry about losing their home due to illness or aging
• Removing AIPAC and Corporate Lobbying from our politics
• Ensuring the wealthy pay their share in taxes
• The Environment and Responsible Stewardship of the Planet
• Workers’ Rights and Fair Wages

Marty Selker (Constitution)
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Worked in business and natural gas industry
Resides: Millcreek Township, Clarion County

Issues

• secure our borders with sufficient resources to prevent illegal entry and to catch human traffickers and terrorists
• dedicated to protecting and upholding the Constitution and holding government to its limited role of protecting Individual Rights
• prioritize the protection of the Bill of Rights
• parents have the inherent right and responsibility to raise their children without unwarranted government intrusion
• advocate for policies that promote Pennsylvania’s economic freedom, safeguard our healthcare freedom from undue influences and abuses, and protect our sovereignty
• work to prevent unnecessary military interventions
• prioritize reining in government spending, reducing the national debt, returning us to sound money

John Thomas Jr. (Libertarian)
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BA: Indiana University of Pennsylvania ’00
Resides: Kittanning, Armstrong County

Issues

• pursue sound monetary policies and end the counterfeiting regime
• reduce the size and scope of the government
• if we lower taxes and reduce health care regulations, medical care will be able to work like other sectors of the economy
• dismantle the government welfare system
• the “my body my choice” argument is meaningless

Debates

• C-SPAN, October 15
• WHTM-TV, October 3

In The News

• Bob Casey and Dave McCormick’s closing arguments in Pennsylvania’s U.S. Senate race. (Philadelphia Inquirer, Nov. 3)
• I’m Bob Casey: This is why I want Pennsylvania’s vote for Senate
  (Fox News, Nov. 1)
• I’m Dave McCormick: This is why I want Pennsylvania’s vote for Senate (Fox News, Nov. 1)
• Sen. Bob Casey faces stiffest challenge to re-election in Republican Dave McCormick. (WVIA, Nov. 1)
• Total spending in Casey v. McCormick Senate race approaches $300M. (PennLive, Nov. 1)
• US Senate candidates Bob Casey and Dave McCormick: Where do they stand on the issues? (WGAL-TV, Nov. 1)
• Decision 2024: Pennsylvania’s 2024 U.S. Senate race. (City & State, Oct. 31)
• Meet the billionaires backing Republican Dave McCormick’s U.S. Senate run. (Philadelphia Inquirer, Oct. 31)
• McCormick led ‘toxic’ work environment, according to former hedge fund coworkers. (WHYY, Oct. 30)
• Casey and McCormick outline most important issues in Pennsylvania Senate race. (CBS Pittsburgh, Oct. 22)
• Where US Senate candidates Bob Casey and Dave McCormick Stand on Inflation, Taxes, and More. (Spotlight PA, Oct. 18)
• In Pennsylvania’s key Senate race, Bob Casey and Dave McCormick strike a balance with the top of the ticket. (NBC News, Oct. 2)
• What to know about Pennsylvania’s U.S. Senate race. (Axios Philadelphia, Sept. 24)

By The Numbers

Friends for Marty Selker

• Raised: $7,101.73
• Spent: $7,976.51
• Cash on Hand: $2287.68
• Debts and Obligations: $1067.40