Politics & Policy
‘Bill of rights’ for temporary workers back in play after Murphy’s veto
The measure would require temporary work agencies to provide contracted temporary workers with pertinent information such as job location, terms, and compensation.
2 years ago
Si desea votar por correo en las elecciones generales de 2022 en Pensilvania, debe presentar su solicitud antes de las 5 p.m. del 1 de noviembre.
2 years ago
The mail voting process can be confusing and has been made even more so by legal challenges and disinformation undermining faith in elections. Here's what you need to know.
2 years ago
Elecciones de Pa. 2022: Cómo trabajar como trabajador electoral el 8 de noviembre
El estado está reclutando personas para montar los colegios electorales, ayudar a los votantes y más en el día de las elecciones.
2 years ago
Patronage, politics, and parking tickets: Why the PPA is the way it is
The Philadelphia Parking Authority’s history is even more convoluted than you probably thought.
2 years ago
Trump: ‘King’ to some in Pennsylvania, but will it help GOP?
The enthusiasm for Donald Trump’s brand of nationalist populism has cut into traditional Democratic strongholds in places such as Monongahela in western Pennsylvania.
2 years ago
Brazil holds historic election with Lula against Bolsonaro
The race pits far-right President Jair Bolsonaro against his political nemesis, leftist former President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
2 years ago
Campaign signs influence how we vote more than you might realize
Especially in local races, political signs can drive name recognition in important ways. In one study, they even helped a fictitious candidate move to the front of the pack.
2 years ago
How local and national leaders are tested by major natural disasters
If handled well, storms like Hurricane Ian can cement politicians' images as competent community leaders. If mishandled, they can mar legacies.
2 years ago
Oz criticizes Fetterman but not Mastriano for avoiding media questions
Oz was joined in Pittsburgh by U.S. Senator Pat Toomey, who said he thinks Fetterman is using his health as an excuse to avoid transparency.
2 years ago
The war in Ukraine and Putin’s fading victory
The tide appears to be turning against Putin in the war as Russian forces retreat. What will he do next?
Air Date: September 30, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:00A protest outside brought circus performers to the Philadelphia Navy Yard.
2 years ago
New Jersey Senate President signals concealed carry reform is on the way
Thursday, Senate President Nick Scutari said his caucus is considering changes to concealed carry in the wake of a recent Supreme Court decision.
2 years ago
January 6 committee chairman: Ginni Thomas reiterates false election claims
Thomas sought to portray herself as among the many Americans who still believe the baseless claim that the 2020 election was stolen, but did not provide any evidence.
2 years ago
In a reversal, the Education Dept. is excluding millions from student loan relief
At the center of the change are borrowers who took out federal student loans many years ago, both Perkins loans and Federal Family Education Loans.
2 years ago