Al Pearlman

This article is about the Philadelphia politician. For the railroad executive, see Alfred E. Perlman.

Al Pearlman was a Democratic member of Philadelphia City Council. He served two non-consecutive terms. He resigned from his first term (1976–1982) to unsuccessfully run for state senate.[1] His second term began in 1984. Dying of cancer, he killed himself in 1984.[2]

He was also a contractor and built Frank Rizzo's house in Philadelphia.[3]

He inspired the grassroots political group Anti-Pearlman Permanent Poster League, or APPPLE.

Political Campain Sticker placed on the back of a 1972 US Penny.

References

1. "Few Upsets Seen in Penna Race". The Philadelphia Inquirer. September 1982. Retrieved 5 May 2014.
2. "Court Rules In Pearlman Pension Case". The Philadelphia Inquirer. January 8, 1991. Archived from the original on May 5, 2014. Retrieved 5 May 2014.
3. "No, Rizzo Home Isn't Up For Sale". The Philadelphia Inquirer. March 9, 1992. Archived from the original on May 5, 2014. Retrieved 5 May 2014.