Politics & Policy

In a new book, Jacob Hacker and co-author Paul Pierson examine how the Republican party won over blue-collar Americans despite having policies that favor the top 1%.

The former FLOTUS used her prime-time speech during the opening night of the DNC to rebuke President Trump and urge Americans to vote for Biden “like our lives depend on it."

Ralliers gathered outside of Biden’s Philly office, calling him to support universal healthcare and the Green New Deal. One protester was arrested.

Former first lady Michelle Obama stole the show, as Democrats tried out a glossy, highly produced, made-for-TV special to replace the energy of a live crowd at a convention.

No state delegates will attend the Democrats’ gathering in Milwaukee, but they’re pumped to be closer to the virtual stage being set up in Wilmington.

Former first lady Michelle Obama addressed a virtual DNC Monday evening, delivering a forceful call to vote for Joe Biden, as well as a fierce criticism of President Trump.

Special coverage of the first night of the Democratic National Convention.

With both parties actively courting South Asian American voters, Harris' presence on the Democratic ticket could have an impact in a critical swing state like Pa.

Some districts have already decided not to proceed with fall high school sports. Other school districts are moving forward with fall sports through student tryouts.

President Trump loves talking about the booming stock market. It's not so clear Wall Street loves him back.

A $1.4B annual price tag by 2030 "might be cheaper than what we’re doing now," says one longtime critic of state subsidies to solar developers.

In late July the Postal Service warned election officials in most states that it may not be able to deliver some mail-in ballots in time to be counted for the election.

The DNC’s selection process is designed to yield delegates who vary widely in race, age and background. Their political priorities can also vary widely.

Philadelphia’s incoming managing director Tumar Alexander says preventing violence is his top priority and brings more diplomatic style than Brian Abernathy.

Elections are won by the candidate who presents the most compelling vision for the future, and Biden is adapting core Democratic Party goals to the societal demands of 2020.