1975 Philadelphia mayoral election
The 1975 Philadelphia mayoral election saw the reelection of Frank Rizzo.
Rizzo defeated African American leader Charles W. Boweser, who led an independent campaign, and Republican nominee Tom Foglietta.
Democratic primary
Candidates
- Louis G. Hill, State Senator from the 36th district
- Muhammad Kenyatta, activist
- Frank Rizzo, incumbent Mayor
Republican primary
Candidates
- Thomas Foglietta, At-large City Councilman
Results
Tom Foglietta was unopposed for the Republican nomination.General election
Candidates
- Charles Bowser, former Deputy Mayor
- Thomas Foglietta, At-large City Councilman
- Frank Rizzo, incumbent Mayor since 1972