Black Vote in Pennsylvania a Decider?
(BET.com) — The African-American vote could be the decider in one the most closely watched primary races this political season. Democratic Sen. Arlen Specter, a former Republican will face off against Rep. Joe Sestak (D) for the senate seat in Tuesday primary. Both candidates used the final week of campaigning to reach out to Black voters. Sestak made a brief stop at Mount Ephraim Baptist Church where he waited patiently to make remarks to the congregation following the sermon. Sestak highlighted his Clinton connection and his military career and promised to work for issues important to the Black community.