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Philly could ban using tear gas, rubber bullets on protesters

Despite a police moratorium on the practice, Philly City Council is expected to pass a ban on police using tear gas and rubber bullets against protesters.

Air Date: October 27, 2020
Listen 17:05
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Should the Electoral College be abolished?

A majority of Americans believe the Electoral College should be eliminated. This hour -- the history of the electoral system and what should replace it.

Air Date: October 27, 2020 10:00 am
Listen 49:45
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The chances of flipping the Pa. legislature blue

For Democrats, taking full control of the state legislature has been an elusive goal. But this year, Philly's increasingly blue suburbs may give them more of a chance.

Air Date: October 26, 2020
Listen 15:03

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