FACTOID # 123: The five countries with the highest coffee consumption are also the five countries whose citizens trust one another the most. Coincidence? Probably.
 
 Home   Encyclopedia   Statistics   Countries A-Z   Flags   Maps   Education   Forum   FAQ   About 
 
WHAT'S NEW
RECENT ARTICLES
More Recent Articles »
 

Encyclopedia > Luke ravenstahl
Luke Ravenstahl
Luke Ravenstahl
In office
September 1, 2006 – Present
Preceded by Bob O'Connor
Succeeded by Incumbent
Born February 6, 1980
Troy Hill, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Political party Democrat
Spouse Erin Lynn Feith

Luke Ravenstahl (born February 6, 1980, in Troy Hill, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) is the current Mayor of Pittsburgh. In September 2006, he became the youngest mayor in Pittsburgh's history at the age of 26.[1] He is also the youngest mayor of any major city in American history.[2] Image File history File links No higher resolution available. ... This a listing of past (and present) mayors of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. ... Nickname: Steel City, Iron City, City of Champions, City of Bridges, City of Colleges, P-Burgh, The Burgh Motto: Benigno Numine Location in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania Coordinates: Country United States State Pennsylvania County Allegheny County Founded 1758 Mayor Luke Ravenstahl (D) Area    - City 151. ... September 1 is the 244th day of the year (245th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... For the Manfred Mann album, see 2006 (album). ... Bob OConnor (born December 9, 1944) is the Democratic Mayor of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. ... February 6 is the 37th day of the year in the Gregorian Calendar. ... 1980 (MCMLXXX) was a leap year starting on Tuesday. ... Troy Hill is a neighborhood on Pittsburgh, Pennsylvanias north city area. ... Nickname: Steel City, Iron City, City of Champions, City of Bridges, City of Colleges, P-Burgh, The Burgh Motto: Benigno Numine Location in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania Coordinates: Country United States State Pennsylvania County Allegheny County Founded 1758 Mayor Luke Ravenstahl (D) Area    - City 151. ... The Democratic Party is one of two major political parties in the United States, the other being the Republican Party. ... February 6 is the 37th day of the year in the Gregorian Calendar. ... 1980 (MCMLXXX) was a leap year starting on Tuesday. ... Troy Hill is a neighborhood on Pittsburgh, Pennsylvanias north city area. ... Nickname: Steel City, Iron City, City of Champions, City of Bridges, City of Colleges, P-Burgh, The Burgh Motto: Benigno Numine Location in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania Coordinates: Country United States State Pennsylvania County Allegheny County Founded 1758 Mayor Luke Ravenstahl (D) Area    - City 151. ... This a listing of past (and present) mayors of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. ... Nickname: Steel City, Iron City, City of Champions, City of Bridges, City of Colleges, P-Burgh, The Burgh Motto: Benigno Numine Location in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania Coordinates: Country United States State Pennsylvania County Allegheny County Founded 1758 Mayor Luke Ravenstahl (D) Area    - City 151. ...

Contents

Biography

Luke Ravenstahl graduated from North Catholic High School in 1998 and Washington & Jefferson College (W&J) in December 2002. Prior to W&J, Ravenstahl attended Mercyhurst College for one year and then transferred to the University of Pittsburgh. Ravenstahl played baseball and football in high school, played football at Mercyhurst, and was the kicker for the W&J football team. Following graduation from W&J, Ravenstahl worked as an account manager for a courier service.[3] Washington & Jefferson College (W&J) is a private, coeducational, liberal arts college located in the Pittsburgh metropolitan area, in the town of Washington, Pennsylvania. ... Mercyhurst College is a Catholic liberal arts college in Erie, Pennsylvania, USA. // Mercyhurst College was founded as a womens college by the Sisters of Mercy in 1926. ... The University of Pittsburgh, commonly referred to as Pitt, is a state-related, doctoral/research university in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. ...


Ravenstahl married Erin Lynn Feith in July 2004, and the couple lives in the Northside district of Pittsburgh, in the Summer Hill neighborhood. Ravenstahl is Catholic and attends mass at Holy Wisdom Parish in Pittsburgh's Northside.[1] Northside refers both to the region of Pittsburgh to the north of the Allegheny River and Ohio River and to a small neighborhood within that region. ... Northside refers both to the region of Pittsburgh to the north of the Allegheny River and Ohio River and to a small neighborhood within that region. ...


Ravenstahl's family has a history of involvement with politics. His father is a distict judge, and his grandfather was a state representative.[4] At age 23, just four months after graduating from college, Ravenstahl ran for the District 1 seat on Pittsburgh's City Council in the April 2003 primary and defeated incumbent Barbara Burns. He ran unopposed in the November 2003 general election.[5] Ravenstahl assumed his seat on council in January 2004, and in December 2005, he was elected City Council President, a role he held until he became mayor. Ravenstahl, per provisions in the city's charter, ascended from the office of City Council President to Mayor on September 1, 2006 following the death of mayor Bob O'Connor. September 1 is the 244th day of the year (245th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... For the Manfred Mann album, see 2006 (album). ... Bob OConnor (born December 9, 1944) is the Democratic Mayor of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. ...


Due to ambiguous language in the city's charter, a controversy developed about how long Ravenstahl could temporarily serve as mayor before an election had to be held. Ravenstahl stated his desire to fulfill the remainder of O'Connor's term.[6][7][8] The charter refers to holding a new election when someone ascends to mayor through a vacancy but makes no mention of serving out the full term. It was unclear when the election could or should be held due to a confusing phrase that says the "vacancy in the mayor's office shall be filled at the next election permitted by law", yet not elaborating on what "permitted by law" means.[9] Ravenstahl instructed the city's legal department to quickly obtain a decision as to when the election should be held.[10] On October 12, 2006, the Allegheny County Board of Elections decided unanimously that mayoral candidates would compete in the May 15, 2007, primary election followed by the November 6, 2007, general election. The winner of the general election will take office after the election results are certified, and the term will end in January 2010.[11] October 12 is the 285th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (286th in leap years). ... For the Manfred Mann album, see 2006 (album). ... May 15 is the 135th day of the year in the Gregorian Calendar (136th in leap years). ... 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the Anno Domini (common) era. ... November 6 is the 310th day of the year (311th in leap years) in the Gregorian Calendar, with 55 days remaining. ... 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the Anno Domini (common) era. ...


In his first official act as mayor, Ravenstahl ordered the city flag at all city locations to be flown at half staff and declared the city in a state of mourning. Ravenstahl and deputy mayor Yarone Zober had been coordinating city government since the July 2006 diagnosis of O'Connor in which the former mayor was limited to the confines of University of Pittsburgh Medical Center-Shadyside while he attempted recovery. Deputy Mayor Yarone Zober Yarone Zober, a Democrat, (born March 24, 1975) was the Deputy Mayor of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania during Bob OConnors fight with cancer. ... The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) is one of the best centers for research and treatment. ...


Media coverage of Ravenstahl has included a feature story in the New York Times, and an appearance on Late Show with David Letterman on September 14, 2006. Ravenstahl was concerned about how appropriate the coverage would appear in the wake of O'Connor's death, but O'Connor's widow encouraged him to participate in the media coverage and continue O'Connor's work as a "cheerleader" for Pittsburgh.[cite this quote] The New York Times is an internationally known daily newspaper published in New York City and distributed in the United States and many other nations worldwide. ... The Late Show with David Letterman is an hour-long weeknight comedy talk show broadcast by CBS from the Ed Sullivan Theater on Broadway in New York City. ... September 14 is the 257th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (258th in leap years). ... For the Manfred Mann album, see 2006 (album). ...


Controversy

In January 2007, radio and television talk show host John McIntire wrote in his Pittsburgh politics blog MacYapper that on Halloween night 2005 at Heinz Field, then-City Councilman Ravenstahl shoved a Pittsburgh police officer and was led away in handcuffs but released shortly after. The blog speculated that Bob O'Connor, who was not yet mayor, played a role in keeping the incident quiet. The rumors spread to other Pittsburgh politics blogs, forcing Ravenstahl to go public to dispel the rumors.[12] Ravenstahl's response induced a large amount of mainstream media coverage of the incident. During a radio interview with KDKA, Ravenstahl responded to the allegations, saying that McIntire had lied to hurt him politically. McIntire responded by saying that the mayor's response further brought into question his maturity.[13] Bob OConnor (born December 9, 1944) is the Democratic Mayor of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. ...


Robert McNeilly, Pittsburgh's police chief when the incident occurred, publicly questioned how the case was handled, saying that the behavior of both Ravenstahl and Pittsburgh Police Officer Mark Hoehn should have been scrutinized more closely. "Admits to drinking with several of his friends. Becomes argumentative with a police officer. Using vulgarity towards a police officer. Led away in handcuffs," McNeilly said. "How many 25-year-old young men who have been drinking, who were just vulgar with the police and shouting at the police, would be un-handcuffed and released?" McNeilly said that both word of an unusual situation like this not traveling up the chain of command, as well as the lack of documentation, are out of the ordinary.[14]


References

  1. ^ Roddy, Dennis B.. "Ravenstahl sworn in as Pittsburgh mayor", Pittsburgh Post Gazette, 2006-09-01. Retrieved on 2007-01-01.
  2. ^ Highfield, David (2006-09-04). Ravenstahl Among Youngest Mayors Ever. KDKA-TV. Retrieved on 2007-01-01.
  3. ^ Lord, Rich, Bill Toland. "New mayor Luke Ravenstahl confident he is ready to lead city", Pittsburgh Post Gazette, 2006-09-02. Retrieved on 2007-01-01.
  4. ^ Roddy, Dennis (2006-09-03-). Ravenstahl's political roots go deep on the city's North Side. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. PG Publishing Co., Inc.. Retrieved on 2007-01-24.
  5. ^ McGuinness, Scott (Winter 2003). Star athlete wins in political arena too (PDF). W&J p. 10. Washington & Jefferson College. Retrieved on 2007-01-01.
  6. ^ Bucsko, Mike. "Doubts surround how long Ravenstahl can be mayor", Pittsburgh Post Gazette, 2006-09-04. Retrieved on 2007-01-01.
  7. ^ Lord, Rich. "City of Pittsburgh charter vague on length of term for mayor's successor", Pittsburgh Post Gazette, 2006-09-02. Retrieved on 2007-01-01.
  8. ^ Lord, Rich. "Former top city lawyer opposes succession opinion", Pittsburgh Post Gazette, 2006-09-06. Retrieved on 2007-01-01.
  9. ^ Pittsburgh Home Rule Charter
  10. ^ Lord, Rich. "Mayor Ravenstahl changes key posts, targets budget", Pittsburgh Post Gazette, 2006-09-09. Retrieved on 2007-01-01.
  11. ^ Rotstein, Gary. "Ravenstahl must run next year", Pittsburgh Post Gazette, 2006-10-13. Retrieved on 2007-01-01.
  12. ^ Blogging Causes Ravenstahl Incident To Hit High Water. WTAE-TV (2007-01-18). Retrieved on 2007-01-24.
  13. ^ Blog Brought Ravenstahl Story To Light. KDKA-TV (2007-01-19). Retrieved on 2007-01-24.
  14. ^ Former Police Chief Speaks Up About Ravenstahl Incident. WTAE-TV (2007-01-19). Retrieved on 2007-01-24.
Preceded by
Bob O'Connor (D)		 Mayor of Pittsburgh
September 1, 2006 – present		 Incumbent

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, also known simply as the PG, is the largest daily newspaper serving metropolitan Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. ... For the Manfred Mann album, see 2006 (album). ... September 1 is the 244th day of the year (245th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the Anno Domini (common) era. ... January 1 is the first day of the calendar year in both the Julian and Gregorian calendars. ... For the Manfred Mann album, see 2006 (album). ... September 4 is the 247th day of the year (248th in leap years). ... KDKA-TV is the CBS owned and operated (O&O) television station in Pittsburgh. ... 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the Anno Domini (common) era. ... January 1 is the first day of the calendar year in both the Julian and Gregorian calendars. ... The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, also known simply as the PG, is the largest daily newspaper serving metropolitan Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. ... For the Manfred Mann album, see 2006 (album). ... September 2 is the 245th day of the year (246th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the Anno Domini (common) era. ... January 1 is the first day of the calendar year in both the Julian and Gregorian calendars. ... The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, also known simply as the PG, is the largest daily newspaper serving metropolitan Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. ... 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the Anno Domini (common) era. ... January 24 is the 24th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. ... Washington & Jefferson College (W&J) is a private, coeducational, liberal arts college located in the Pittsburgh metropolitan area, in the town of Washington, Pennsylvania. ... 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the Anno Domini (common) era. ... January 1 is the first day of the calendar year in both the Julian and Gregorian calendars. ... The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, also known simply as the PG, is the largest daily newspaper serving metropolitan Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. ... For the Manfred Mann album, see 2006 (album). ... September 4 is the 247th day of the year (248th in leap years). ... 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the Anno Domini (common) era. ... January 1 is the first day of the calendar year in both the Julian and Gregorian calendars. ... The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, also known simply as the PG, is the largest daily newspaper serving metropolitan Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. ... For the Manfred Mann album, see 2006 (album). ... September 2 is the 245th day of the year (246th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the Anno Domini (common) era. ... January 1 is the first day of the calendar year in both the Julian and Gregorian calendars. ... The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, also known simply as the PG, is the largest daily newspaper serving metropolitan Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. ... For the Manfred Mann album, see 2006 (album). ... September 6 is the 249th day of the year (250th in leap years). ... 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the Anno Domini (common) era. ... January 1 is the first day of the calendar year in both the Julian and Gregorian calendars. ... The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, also known simply as the PG, is the largest daily newspaper serving metropolitan Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. ... For the Manfred Mann album, see 2006 (album). ... September 9 is the 252nd day of the year (253rd in leap years). ... 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the Anno Domini (common) era. ... January 1 is the first day of the calendar year in both the Julian and Gregorian calendars. ... The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, also known simply as the PG, is the largest daily newspaper serving metropolitan Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. ... For the Manfred Mann album, see 2006 (album). ... October 13 is the 286th day of the year (287th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the Anno Domini (common) era. ... January 1 is the first day of the calendar year in both the Julian and Gregorian calendars. ... 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the Anno Domini (common) era. ... January 24 is the 24th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. ... 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the Anno Domini (common) era. ... January 24 is the 24th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. ... 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the Anno Domini (common) era. ... January 24 is the 24th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. ... Bob OConnor (born December 9, 1944) is the Democratic Mayor of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. ... This a listing of past (and present) mayors of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. ...

External links
 

COMMENTARY     


Share your thoughts, questions and commentary here
Your name
Your location
Your comments
Please enter the 5-letter protection code


Lesson Plans | Student Area | Student FAQ | Reviews | Press Releases |  Feeds | Contact
The Wikipedia article included on this page is licensed under the GFDL.
Images may be subject to relevant owners' copyright.
All other elements are (c) copyright NationMaster.com 2003-5. All Rights Reserved.
Usage implies agreement with terms.