Candidates for Pennsylvania's 3rd Congressional District Meet in Face-to-Face Forum

The Black Women Have Questions: Congressional Forum moderated by 6abc Action News Anchor Sharrie Williams.

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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With just about two months to go until primary Election Day in Pennsylvania, residents who reside in the 3rd Congressional District, currently served by Rep. Dwight Evans (D), will have an opportunity to hear from the men and women who hope to replace him. The forum is taking place at the Mount Carmel Baptist Church and is being moderated by 6abc Action News Anchor Sharrie Williams.

Why it matters

This forum provides an important opportunity for voters in Pennsylvania's 3rd Congressional District to hear directly from the candidates vying to represent them in Congress. As a competitive district, the outcome of this race could impact the balance of power in the House of Representatives.

The details

The participating Democratic candidates include Morgan Cephas (Pa. State Rep.), David Oxman (Physician), Chris Rabb (Pa. State Rep.), Ala Stanford (Physician), and Sharif Street (Pa. State Rep.). The forum is being hosted by several community organizations, including Center 1968, Mount Carmel Baptist Church, National Coalition of 100 Black Women, PA Chapter, Inc., the National Congress of Negro Women, Delaware Valley Section, and the Urban League of Philadelphia.

  • The forum is taking place on March 11, 2026.
  • The Pennsylvania primary election is scheduled for May 21, 2026.

The players

Rep. Dwight Evans

The current U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania's 3rd Congressional District.

Morgan Cephas

A Pennsylvania State Representative who is a Democratic candidate for the 3rd Congressional District.

David Oxman

A physician who is a Democratic candidate for the 3rd Congressional District.

Chris Rabb

A Pennsylvania State Representative who is a Democratic candidate for the 3rd Congressional District.

Ala Stanford

A physician who is a Democratic candidate for the 3rd Congressional District.

Sharif Street

A Pennsylvania State Representative who is a Democratic candidate for the 3rd Congressional District.

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What they’re saying

“This forum provides an important opportunity for voters in Pennsylvania's 3rd Congressional District to hear directly from the candidates vying to represent them in Congress.”

— Sharrie Williams, 6abc Action News Anchor (6abc.com)

What’s next

The Pennsylvania primary election is scheduled for May 21, 2026, where voters will select the Democratic nominee for the 3rd Congressional District.

The takeaway

This forum is a crucial event for voters in Pennsylvania's 3rd Congressional District to engage with the candidates and make an informed decision about who should represent them in Congress. The outcome of this race could have significant implications for the balance of power in the House of Representatives.