Senator Bob Casey Urged to Concede Election

Former Lieutenant Governor Mark Singel has called for Senator Bob Casey to concede his election loss to Republican Senator-elect Dave McCormick, stating it's time to move on after a distinguished career. A new advertisement by the Fair Election Fund criticizes Casey for his refusal to acknowledge the defeat, labeling him a 'sore loser' and suggesting that his actions undermine democracy while also incurring unnecessary costs for taxpayers. Despite Casey’s insistence on counting every vote and exploring recount options, McCormick holds a lead of nearly 35,000 votes, making a turnaround unlikely. Senator Joe Manchin has publicly recognized McCormick’s victory, challenging Democratic leadership, including Chuck Schumer, for not allowing McCormick to participate in Senate orientation. The ongoing dispute over Casey's concession has raised questions about the implications for the state's political landscape and transition. Critics argue that Casey's continued fundraising and refusal to concede are detrimental to both the political process and Pennsylvania taxpayers.