With a name inspired by the First Amendment, 1A explores important issues such as policy, politics, technology, and what connects us across the fissures that divide the country. The program also delves into pop culture, sports, and humor. 1A's goal is to act as a national mirror-taking time to help America look at itself and to ask what it wants to be.
In keeping with today’s news theme, Philadelphia City Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds-Brown has shown her support for School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Arlene Ackerman. Reporter Lizz Fiedler was at the council meeting today when Reynolds-Brown said Ackerman deserves praise for her work.
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