Siegel (D), MacLean (R) present stark differences in Lehigh County executive race

ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Lehigh County voters will pick between two executive candidates with wildly different visions at a time when state and federal funding is expected to grow tight.

On one side is Republican Roger MacLean, a former Allentown city councilman and police chief.

The 73-year-old presents himself as an experienced leader capable of reaching across the aisle. If elected, he said he'll protect the status quo by looking to avoid tax increases and preserving the county's quality of life.

On the other is state Rep. Josh Siegel, a Democrat representing parts of Allentown and Salisbury Township.

The 31-year-old said the county needs fresh blood willing to pursue unorthodox answers to issues such as the housing shortage and burdensome property taxes.



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