Montco House race in the spotlight

PolitickerPA.com, a new Web site devoted to Pennsylvania politics, takes a look at the 146th state House District, where incumbent Republican Rep. Tom Quigley is facing a challenge from Democrat Jim Pendergast.

Quigley has held the seat since 2004 and is well-regarded by most constituents. Quigley has pushed for the elimination of property taxes and has also taken the lead in the House to reduce the state income tax and roll back taxes on businesses.

PolitckerPA.com reporter Dan Hirschhorn says Quigley has more money to spend on the campaign, giving him an edge over Pendergast, a political newcomer.

But Hirschhorn also notes that Democrats have been making strides in Montgomery County in recent years.

From Politicker.com:

Republicans still have a slight edge in voter registration in the district, which includes Pottstown, Lower Pottsgrove, Upper Pottsgrove and Royersford. In the end, much could hinge on how voters lean in the presidential race. If enough go Democrat and punch down the ballot on that side, Quigley could become another victim of the county's turn away from Republicans.

Read the full article at Politicker.com