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With a name inspired by the First Amendment, 1A explores important issues such as policy, politics, technology, and what connects us across the fissures that divide the country. The program also delves into pop culture, sports, and humor. 1A's goal is to act as a national mirror-taking time to help America look at itself and to ask what it wants to be.
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With a name inspired by the First Amendment, 1A explores important issues such as policy, politics, technology, and what connects us across the fissures that divide the country. The program also delves into pop culture, sports, and humor. 1A's goal is to act as a national mirror-taking time to help America look at itself and to ask what it wants to be.

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Rep. Donald Norcross
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New Jersey’s Donald Norcross wins 1st Congressional District race

The incumbent Democrat ran for a sixth term representing a district that includes Camden.

1 year ago

Andy Kim speaking at the DNC
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Democrat Andy Kim wins N.J. Senate race defeating Republican Curtis Bashaw, 4 others

The U.S. Senate seat was vacated by Bob Menendez following his federal bribery conviction.

1 year ago

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Artist Sheryl Oring listens as Andrew Thomas tells her what he wants to say to the next president of the United States. Oring set up shop at Philadelphia's Central Library and typed the postcard on a vintage typewriter.
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Dear Next President: Vintage secretary types postcards to the White House on behalf of Americans

Sheryl Oring has been typing carbon-copied cards to the future president for 20 years. She came to the Free Library on Election Day to take dictation.

1 year ago

People stand in line to vote at the Reno Town Mall, Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024, in Reno, Nev. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vasquez)
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Election Day unfolds relatively smoothly after massive turnout by early voters

Some polling places were being kept open late in swing states Georgia and Pennsylvania as a result of machine issues and non-credible threats.

1 year ago

poll worker training
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Burlington County voters face long lines after technical glitch on Election Day

County officials say the technical issues were not caused by anything "nefarious."

1 year ago

Bob Casey supporters
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Casey’s Scranton legacy on full display as voters show up in droves for final push

In a last-minute push for votes, Casey highlights economic issues, child tax credits and tax cuts while continuing to rally support in his hometown ahead of Election Day.

1 year ago

A poll worker holds a roll of
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‘My body, my temple’: First-time female Republican voters in Pa. split on the issue of abortion

Three Gen Z Republican women weigh in on the election, from abortion rights to their issues with Donald Trump, as first-time voters.

1 year ago

Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump smiles at an election night watch party at the Palm Beach Convention Center, Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, in West Palm Beach, Fla.
Politics & Policy

Trump wins the White House in political comeback rooted in appeals to frustrated voters

Trump is the first former president to return to power since Grover Cleveland regained the White House in the 1892 election.

1 year ago

Larry Krasner
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Billy Penn

District Attorney Krasner looking into hidden-camera video of election worker

A right-wing group took the “potentially illegal” video in North Philly.

1 year ago

Donald Trump
Politics & Policy

Trump snaps at reporter when asked about abortion: ‘Stop talking about it’

Trump had previously indicated that he would back Florida's abortion measure — but then changed his mind and said he would vote against it.

1 year ago

the crowd
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Billy Penn

Dispatches from Harris’ ‘Vote for Freedom’ rally and concert

The event included musical stars, and a closing message from Kamala Harris. BP’s Celia Bernhardt reports from the Art Museum.

1 year ago

An 'I Voted' sticker appears on a bulletin board
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Billy Penn

Where to find freebies for voters in Philadelphia on Election Day 2024

Wear your ‘I Voted’ sticker and be rewarded with beer, latkes, cookies and more.

1 year ago

Voters stand in line while waiting for a polling place to open, Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024, in Springfield, Pa.
Politics & Policy

Pa. Legislature majorities and new state attorney general are on the ballot

Democrats face a tall order in their hopes of a tied Senate.

1 year ago

Voters cast their ballots on Election Day
Politics & Policy

Here’s what to watch on Election Day in the U.S.

Major questions loom about the timing of the results, the makeup of the electorate, the influx of misinformation and even the possibility of political violence.

1 year ago

Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., speaks at a news conference, Jan. 31, 2023, on Capitol Hill in Washington.
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania is home to 5 heavily contested races for the U.S. House

Here's what you need to know about the Pa. races that could determine which party controls the chamber.

1 year ago

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