Philadelphia Mayoral Candidate Collapses During Debate

— -- Philadelphia mayoral candidate Lynne Abraham collapsed on stage during a televised debate Tuesday night.

According to observers, Abraham quickly regained consciousness and was helped off stage. Philly.com reported that the debate resumed without Abraham after a commercial break. Her condition wasn't immediately known, but her campaign later tweeted a photo of her giving two thumbs up.

"Lynne is feeling great! Waiting now to talk to the press," the tweet said.

Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce, which hosted the debate, had earlier tweeted that Abraham was "doing well and is resting."

The former district attorney led a field of candidates with 30 percent of respondents saying they would choose her if Philadelphia's May 19 Democratic primary "were held today," Philly.com reported.