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Tony Dphax King
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Democratic Party

Elections and appointments
Last election

April 23, 2024

Education

Bachelor's

Temple University, 2003

Personal
Birthplace
Philadelphia, Pa.
Religion
Baptist Christian
Profession
Self Employed
Contact

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Tony Dphax King (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives to represent District 188. He lost in the Democratic primary on April 23, 2024.

King completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

King was a 2015 candidate for District 3 of the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania City Council.

Biography

Tony Dphax King was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He earned a bachelor's degree from Temple University in 2003. His career experience includes working in the legal field and court system. He has been affiliated with the Atophi Fraternity.[1]

Elections

2024

See also: Pennsylvania House of Representatives elections, 2024

General election

General election for Pennsylvania House of Representatives District 188

Incumbent Rick Krajewski won election in the general election for Pennsylvania House of Representatives District 188 on November 5, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Rick Krajewski
Rick Krajewski (D)
 
98.8
 
26,408
 Other/Write-in votes
 
1.2
 
313

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source 1 Source 2

Total votes: 26,721
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Pennsylvania House of Representatives District 188

Incumbent Rick Krajewski defeated Tony Dphax King in the Democratic primary for Pennsylvania House of Representatives District 188 on April 23, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Rick Krajewski
Rick Krajewski
 
82.9
 
6,582
Image of Tony Dphax King
Tony Dphax King Candidate Connection
 
16.2
 
1,289
 Other/Write-in votes
 
0.9
 
71

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 7,942
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Campaign finance

Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for King in this election.

2015

See also: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania municipal elections, 2015

The city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, held elections for mayor and city council on November 3, 2015. A primary election took place on May 19, 2015. The filing deadline for candidates who wished to run in this election was March 10, 2015. In the Democratic primary election for District 3, incumbent Jannie L. Blackwell was slated to face Tony Dfax King, but King did not appear on official election returns.[2] No Republican candidates filed to run for this seat.[3]

Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Candidate Connection

Tony Dphax King completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by King's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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I’m a Candidate for State Representative to FIGHT the most HATED city agency in the Tri-State area: the Philadelphia Parking Authority (aka PPA). I'm a GLADIATOR who was born & raised in Southwest Philadelphia! ALL of my elementary, middle and high schools are PUBLIC and ALL are in Southwest and West Philadelphia. Nearly 80% of the PPA's tickets are issued in areas of the most VULNERABLE. The PPA ignores the Philadelphia Code and violates PA State Law in the pursuit of REVENUE on the backs of the most vulnerable which is most of us! Friends of Tony Dphax King is registered with the PA Department of State as "INDEFINITE" because I will continue my campaign until I'm able to give The People some RELIEF from this ABUSIVE city agency. The People have expressed a DESIRE for this relief.
  • Eventually, The People of the 188th will give their Native Son an opportunity to help them!
  • I've never heard a candidate announce the number of years he/she wants to represent The People so I assume that I am the first to say that I would like 3-4 years to help The People.
  • Unlike the incumbent representative, I'm not a "Carpetbagger" who turned his back on his own community.
The PPA's ability to ignore local and state law in the pursuit of revenue with impunity.
I look up to ALL of the "Unsung Heroes" of society. The people who do wonderful works for humanity in complete silence and anonymity.
My own life story
A desire to help the community where they were born and raised and to keep GOVERNMENT from entering the homes of private citizens as much as possible.
I am a Gladiator who has the STAMINA & passion for my district to "See It Through." My mother always said to me, "You have the patience of Jobe" (from the Bible).
A desire to help the community where they were born and raised and to keep GOVERNMENT from entering the homes of private citizens as much as possible and the stamina to "See it Through."
The People gave him an opportunity to help. He helped. Then he moved on with life!
The "MOVE" Bombing in 7th grade. The science teacher turned on the TV and allowed the class to view it. Unbeknownst to everyone, I was indirectly associated with the major elected officials during this tragedy. The kids were watching the TV and I was watching the kids. LOL.
My very first job was one of the turning points of my life: Pot Washer. It's where I learned that people stay (or leave) at a job NOT because of the WORK but because of the PEOPLE. This was a job that I enjoyed immensely during high school. It allowed me to fund certain projects of the fraternity and allowed me to treat my high school "sweetheart" to pizza after school.
My book, "Survival Guide for Single Men: Problems & Solutions."
I'm not sure. I need more time to think about this.
My music is so diverse. But normally its an 80s track such as "It's A Miracle" (Culture Club) or a track from Ashford & Simpson.
Finding SUPPORT (not just political) and finding those who do not QUIT. Finding those who do NOT give up!
Keep GOVERNMENT from entering the homes of private citizens as much as possible.
I need to study this question. But the Pa Landlord Tenant Law could use some help.
Experience is always beneficial.
Yes. Success in anything is built upon RELATIONSHIPS.
No.
No. I am an "INDEFINITE" candidate for State REP for the 188th.
Many
It's not really a joke but a riddle that I learned from my Maternal Grandfather: "What do we do more than ANYTHING else?" This is a riddle that can be considered a joke but it is FACTUAL. Most people get this wrong and most people NEVER get this right.
I'll study this more
I'd introduce resolutions regarding The Peoples' concerns
The only individuals that I need to "endorse" my campaign are the VOTERS who live in the 188th District.
International and national affairs

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Campaign finance summary

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Tony Dphax King campaign contribution history
YearOfficeStatusContributionsExpenditures
2024* Pennsylvania House of Representatives District 188Lost primary$5,060 $2,880
Grand total$5,060 $2,880
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete

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    Footnotes

    1. ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on April 14, 2024
    2. ↑ Philadelphia City Commissioners, "Historical Election Results," accessed August 24, 2015
    3. ↑ Office of the Philadelphia City Commissioners, "Comprehensive Election Calendar," accessed November 17, 2014


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