Politics & Policy
The founding of Pennsylvania and the legacy of the Pa. Constitution
What made Pennsylvania's first ever constitution so radical that it only lasted 14 years? And how did such a short lived document have such a long lasting impact?
Air Date: June 18, 2026
Listen 51:16The West Chester resident was previously a senior U.S. diplomat in Mozambique.
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Listen 0:42Trenton City Council votes to prevent its police department from assisting ICE
The council passed the proposal that prevents Trenton police from assisting ICE on civil immigration enforcement in a 4-2 vote.
2 months ago
Listen 1:07Ward election in Philly under protest after questionable voice vote
This week’s vote is being appealed to the Democratic City Committee after Councilmember Cindy Bass approved a voice vote in her own favor.
2 months ago
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker signs $7.1B budget into law following City Council approval
After weeks of debate, City Council approved the budget without Mayor Parker's proposed taxes on ride-share and short-term rentals.
2 months ago
Listen 1:12Pennsylvania Democrats rally in support of ‘ICE Out’ bills in state Senate
The legislation comes as U.S. House Republicans look to pass a $70 billion spending package for immigration enforcement.
2 months ago
Listen 1:01Trump administration warns more than 500 hospitals to provide more price information or face fines
Failing to comply with the warnings comes with penalties as high as $2 million a year.
2 months ago
Documenting corruption in the Trump White House
New York Times investigative reporter Eric Lipton on the unprecedented ways in which President Trump is profiting from the presidency.
Air Date: June 9, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:11Should personal scandals matter at the ballot box?
How much do democrats really care about questions of character for potential political leaders? And in an era of hyper-polarization… has the calculus changed?
Air Date: June 8, 2026 1:00 pm
Listen 51:11At its “Prosperity Breakfast,” Xiente leaders discussed how guaranteed income, affordable housing and coaching can help families achieve financial independence.
2 months ago
Listen 1:08Trenton City Council delays vote on ICE cooperation ban after pushback on immigration detainers
The proposal has been tabled for two weeks after tensions between city council members and immigrant activists flared at Thursday’s council meeting.
2 months ago
Listen 1:10Parker blamed “billionaire tech companies” after Council rejected a $1 per-ride tax on rideshare services meant to benefit the school district.
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Listen 1:17Delaware lawmakers propose adding $87M to FY2027 budget, exceeding governor’s growth cap
Lawmakers targeted improvements in education and child care, focusing on early education and underserved students.
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Listen 0:51Four additional offices are now issuing REAL ID licenses, and applicants can upload proof of residency on their cell phones.
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Listen 1:03The mayor spent more than 50 minutes highlighting the city’s record-low crime, neighborhood investments and workforce initiatives in his State of the City address.
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