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Elections

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Politics & Policy

Independents who want to vote in Pennsylvania’s closed primaries seek help from state’s high court

“Exclusion from primary elections is the functional equivalent of losing the right to vote in those districts,” independent voters argued in a 51-page petition.

1 year ago

Bucks County Commissioner Bob Harvie poses for a photo outside
Politics & Policy

Bob Harvie touts Bucks roots, bipartisan achievements while attacking Brian Fitzpatrick’s voting record at Horsham town hall

Harvie, who was born and raised in Bristol, outlined his priorities for the district, including reversing impacts from President Trump’s budget bill.

1 year ago

Listen 1:18
Dan Meuser speaking with people
Politics & Policy

U.S. Rep. Dan Meuser won’t run for governor in Pennsylvania, despite Trump’s promise to support him

Meuser announced his decision Tuesday night to run again for his northeastern Pennsylvania seat rather than seek the nomination to challenge Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro.

1 year ago

What will President Trump’s massive tax and spending bill mean for the Philadelphia region?
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

From Trump’s megabill to Shapiro’s Pa. state budget

Could Democrats or Republicans turn this widely unpopular bill into a political win in 2026? Plus, we’ll look at what’s holding up Pennsylvania's state budget.

Air Date: July 8, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:36
Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick attends the first annual Diwali festival
Politics & Policy

Rep. Fitzpatrick voted against Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill.’ How does his vote complicate Bucks County’s midterm race?

U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick is one of three GOP members in the 119th Congress who serves a district former Vice President Kamala Harris won in 2024.

1 year ago

Dwight Evans speaking at a podium at an outdoor event
Politics & Policy

Philly’s U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans says he’ll retire at end of term

Evans, who had a stroke last year, won’t leave office until 2027. His announcement will likely set off a primary scramble to find his successor.

1 year ago

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Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani speaks at his primary election party, Wednesday, June 25, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Heather Khalifa)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Lessons for Democrats from a progressive victory in NYC

A shocking twist in NYC's mayoral primary as a rising progressive star overtook former governor Andrew Cuomo. What message does Zohran Mandami's win send to the democrats?

Air Date: June 26, 2025 12:00 pm

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City Commissioner Seth Bluestein
Community
Billy Penn

New Spanish and Chinese ‘How Philly Works’ guides aim to break language barriers for voters

The Committee of Seventy launched Spanish and Chinese editions of its civic education guides to help non-English speakers better understand Philadelphia’s government.

1 year ago

President Donald Trump
Politics & Policy

2026 GOP primary race for Pennsylvania governor shapes up as candidates seek to curry favor with Trump

Three candidates appear to be in the running so far. One has a half-endorsement from the president but the state treasurer is the early favorite.

1 year ago

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New Jersey governor candidates Rep. Mikie Sherrill, D-N.J., and former Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli
Politics & Policy

Trump, pizza and helicopters: A guide to the New Jersey governor’s race

After emerging from competitive primaries, Democratic Rep. Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli began the general election campaign Wednesday.

1 year ago

The entrance to a polling place on election day
Politics & Policy

Takeaways from New Jersey election: Trump looms large and signs of Democratic enthusiasm

This time, Trump's chosen candidate, Republican front-runner Jack Ciattarelli, easily won the nomination.

1 year ago

Victor Carstarphen speaking at a podium
Politics & Policy

Vic Carstarphen leads Democratic primary for Camden mayor

With no Republican challenger, Camden’s Democratic primary is tantamount to the general election.

1 year ago

Rep. Mikie Sherrill, D-N.J., speaks during a news conference on Capitol Hill, Feb. 13, 2024, in Washington.
Politics & Policy

Mikie Sherrill wins Democratic primary race for N.J. governor

The former federal prosecutor and congresswoman beat a crowded field that featured mayors, the former state Senate president, the teacher's union president and a congressman.

1 year ago

Listen 0:58
Jack Ciattarelli addresses supporters
Politics & Policy

Ciattarelli claims GOP nomination for New Jersey governor for a second time

The former assemblyman bested former radio talk show host Bill Spadea after leading the race in polling for the entire campaign season.

1 year ago

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Jack Ciattarelli and Jon Bramnick speak
Politics & Policy

Primary day in New Jersey governor’s race could offer hints on how voters feel about Trump

There's a six-way race among Democrats for their party's nomination. On the Republican side, Trump-endorsed Jack Ciattarelli faces four primary challengers.

1 year ago

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