Continuing a tradition started on the campaign trail, the Mayor answered your questions during last Friday’s Twitter Chat! Using the hashtag #AskKenney, Philadelphians asked the Mayor over 200 questions. The topics ranged from preventing gun violence to combating blight in our neighborhoods.

In between the serious policy questions, the Mayor took the opportunity to answer some of the more light-hearted questions, too!

Check out a recap of the event below, and if you didn’t get your question answered, the Mayor will be back next month taking questions.

The Mayor explained that it will always be a priority of his administration to reduce gun violence, no matter the obstacles we face at the Federal and State level:

Mayor Kenney pointed out why access to quality pre-K programs is not just a priority for our children and their families, but it is also a smart economic bet:

Constituents asked questions about the Mayor’s policies, like marijuana decriminalization, Vision Zero, and eliminating plastic bags:

The Mayor shared Philly’s commitment to supporting those of all faiths:

When it comes to the Eagles, the Mayor can’t wait for next season (and advised patience):

Of course, the Mayor had some feelings about Gov. Chris Christie of New Jersey:

One of the Mayor’s top priorities, working to improve every neighborhood, always comes up!

The Mayor will be back next month answering your questions! You can share them on twitter now, just remember to tag them with #AskKenney!