Politics & Policy
Fetterman dwarfs competition in first fundraising numbers for Pa.’s Senate race
Describing himself as “overwhelmed with gratitude,” Fetterman noted that he has an email list over a million people long.
5 years ago
Back in session, Delaware House plans in-person meeting this month
Democratic House leaders say the in-person session day is just a trial and is not the result of pressure from GOP demands earlier this month.
5 years ago
Biden’s climate pitch could hit turbulence from some fossil fuel-friendly unions
Some people in certain states, including Pennsylvania, worry that ambitious climate goals — and cheaper wind and solar — mean oil and gas jobs will be the next to go.
5 years ago
Philly police plan to ask for more funds as Taser rollout falls short
The PPD plans to ask City Hall for more money for Tasers. The department began buying the stun devices after an officer fatally shot Walter Wallace Jr.
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N.J. could sue gun companies, close legal loophole under Murphy proposals
Murphy said the combination of proposed legislation and increased funding would help clamp down on illegal guns and bolster community safety measures.
5 years ago
Congressional push on to restore funds for Delaware River Basin regulator
A bipartisan group wants to give Delaware River Basin a higher national priority.
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We'll talk about President Biden's announcement to withdraw U.S. troops from Afghanistan on September 11th. and what it means for Afghan stability, peace and human rights.
Air Date: April 15, 2021 10:00 am
Listen 49:30More COVID state shutdowns unlikely, despite CDC suggestion
Even Democratic governors and lawmakers who supported tough stay-at-home orders and business closures to stem previous COVID-19 outbreaks say they're done with that approach.
5 years ago
Kenney’s proposed 2021 budget would cut taxes and raise spending — but not for police
The ambitious spending proposal looks to improve core city services such as street sweeping while accelerating cuts to wage and business taxes.
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Pennsylvania’s shrinking delegation will mean hard decisions
In Pa., redrawing the districts to correspond with population shifts identified by the 2020 census will have a particularly unpredictable effect on congressional districts.
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Bill to create commission on reparations nears historic House vote
The legislation has been stalled in the House for nearly 30 years, but the idea of reparations for African Americans has gained new traction amid a racial reckoning.
5 years ago
N.J. increases food aid by $95 a month for 231K households
The change comes with about a $17 million price tag, according to the state Human Services Department. The program is financed by the federal government but run by the state.
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Biden administration moves to undo Trump abortion rules for Title X
The Trump administration tried to "defund" Planned Parenthood and other groups through changes to the Title X family planning program.
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‘American Insurrection:’ the rise of violent extremism
ProPublica reporter A.C. Thompson and director Rick Rowley discuss their new Frontline documentary "American Insurrection" which investigates violent far right groups.
Air Date: April 14, 2021 10:00 am
Listen 49:30‘Enough is enough’: Democrats push for GOP support on Asian American hate crimes bill
The legislation would address the spike in hate crimes and violence targeted at the Asian American and Pacific Islander community.
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