Politics & Policy
Election security and the threats to it
Tensions are high as we near election day with dangerous political rhetoric and conspiracy theories swirling. Can our election system withstand the pressure?
Air Date: November 3, 2022 12:00 am
Listen 49:15New Jersey Legislature moves to make state’s cryptocurrency rules ‘industry-friendly’
The State General Assembly recently passed a package that would establish regulations for digital assets, cryptocurrencies, and blockchain technologies.
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‘Our patients will suffer’: Pa. doctors and elected officials criticize Oz’s abortion comments
In response to a question, Oz said that he is opposed to federally protecting abortion and that he wants “local political leaders” to decide on policy.
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‘So convenient’: Delaware’s first crack at early in-person voting is attracting 5,000 people a day
Delaware is one of the last states to let voters vote early in person. Among Delawareans who cast their ballot early this year: President Joe Biden.
3 years ago
Concerns of violence grow as Election Day nears
Researchers say the days following the election may pose a greater risk of violence than Election Day itself, particularly in locations where vote counting drags on.
3 years ago
Who’s behind those ‘Stop the Racists’ signs all over Philly?
A disclaimer at the bottom, required on political signage, reads “Paid for by Philadelphia Votes.” The organization name doesn’t show up as an officially registered PAC.
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Voter purges historically harm communities of color, and Pennsylvania's voter rolls are already "rigorously" maintained.
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Trump 2024 campaign prepares for post-midterms launch
Another campaign would be a remarkable turn for any former president, much less one who made history as the first to be impeached twice.
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Race to watch: Beyond the party flip, who better represents N.J.’s 2nd Congressional District?
Rep. Jeff Van Drew’s 2019 party flip from Democrat to Republican has drawn criticism. But his challenger, Tim Alexander, says that’s not the motivation behind his campaign.
3 years ago
Biden barbs ‘virulent’ Phillies fans during World Series
Biden took his own playful swing at Philly's infamously ornery sports fans — including one real close to home.
3 years ago
Pennsylvania’s midterm election results may not be known on Election Night. Here are the facts
Counties and the Department of State say ballot processing and due diligence take time to do properly.
3 years ago
Gov. Murphy weighs in on N.J. police at polling stations, ballot counting process
On the governor’s monthly radio show with tri-state NPR affiliates, Murphy addressed changes to how elections are run in the Garden State.
3 years ago
Jennings says her approach to equal justice has earned the right to a second term. Julianne Murray says the incumbent is soft on gun criminals.
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Listen 2:03How an ex-president who had been jailed rose back to power over Brazil’s far right
President-elect Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva made a stunning political comeback by defeating incumbent Jair Bolsonaro. But he could face a short honeymoon.
3 years ago
Police: Pelosi suspect wanted to break speaker’s knees
The announcement of the federal charges on Monday came as San Francisco’s district attorney was set to announce state criminal charges as well against David DePape.
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