Python for data driven website?

Howdy Folks,

My company is in the early stages of building a web application for
accountants. Right now we're trying to choose which technology we're going
to write it in. The database will almost certainly be mySQL. At first we
were going to use the .NET framework microsoft is offering, which is perfect
for what we're trying to do, but when considering microsofts gestapo license
crew, we decided it was not the best option. We then started looking at the
options in the free software arena, and had almost decided to go with a
MySQL/PHP/Apache solution. PHP looks at least adequate for what we're trying
to do, but my boss(who has typically worked with the microsoft stuff)
started reading some things about python, and is very interested. So, he
sent me out to do some research. I've been reading some articles on the web
which give me a pleasant view of python, but don't quite answer my
questions. What can python offer as far as the web goes? How well does it
function and/or integrate with mySql and apache? How does it compare with
php as pertains to the web and dealing with mySql? I'm not trying to do a
php vs. python thing here. I'd just like to see a fair comparison of what
the languages offer. Can anyone point me to some articles?

Thanks,
Micah