Politics & Policy
4 things to know about Super Tuesday, including that winning it is crucial
Since 1988 when frontloading a significant number of states on a single day became popularized in the GOP primary, it has been decisive in determining the nominee.
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Ballot order is critical for candidates. In Pa., it’s determined by luck
In Pennsylvania, ballot order is determined with assistance from coffee cans, leather bags, and chip containers.
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Biden and Trump both arrive at U.S.-Mexico border highlighting immigration as a major election issue
It’s a sign of how central immigration has become in the 2024 campaign.
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The House approves a short-term extension to avoid a shutdown. Senators are up next to vote
The Senate is expected to vote on the bill later in the day. The short-term extension is the fourth in recent months.
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U.S. Rep. Madeleine Dean calls for ceasefire in Gaza after her recent trip to Israel and West Bank
The Montgomery County congresswoman, who recently returned from a trip to Israel and the West Bank, criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for his “dishonesty.”
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How Disinformation is ‘Sabotaging America’ with Barbara McQuade, Latest on Philly Teachers
MSNBC analyst Barbara McQuade on “Attack from Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America”. Plus, a surprise settlement for the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers.
Air Date: February 29, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 50:08How a congressman’s challenge to New Jersey’s first lady is shaking up a key Senate race
U.S. Rep. Andy Kim's wins in three state county committee votes so far have fueled sudden momentum for the mild-mannered three-term congressman.
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Pennsylvania sets up election security task force ahead of 2024 presidential contest
The task force’s mission is to design plans to share information and coordinate in the fight against threats to the election process, voter intimidation and misinformation.
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Republicans block Senate bill to protect nationwide access to IVF treatments
Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith, a Mississippi Republican, objected to a request for a vote by Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill.
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Congressional leaders reach a deal to avoid a government shutdown
Congress will need to pass a short-term continuing resolution to extend the funding deadlines in order for Congress to execute the deal.
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Parker is requiring top city officials to work in the office five days a week, but wants all city government and private sector employees to work in person full-time.
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Pa. election 2024: The state House races to watch as Democrats try to keep the majority
Democrats flipped the Pennsylvania House in 2022. These are the seats the party is hoping to defend and win this year, as Republicans try to take back the majority.
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McConnell will step down as the Senate Republican leader in November after a record run in the job
McConnell’s critics insist he could have done more, including voting to convict Trump during his second impeachment trial.
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Hunter Biden in defiant deposition tells House GOP he did not involve his father in his business
The 14-month Republican investigation into the Biden family has centered on Hunter Biden and his overseas work for clients in Ukraine, China, Romania and other countries.
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Trump beats Nikki Haley, Joe Biden wins amid protest votes in Michigan primaries
The contests weren't expected to be competitive, though the state will be key in the general election. Biden won despite protests over his handling of Israel's war in Gaza.
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