Elections
Trump administration says it ‘cannot participate’ in impeachment inquiry
The White House says they will not participate in Congress's ongoing impeachment inquiry, heightening a political and legal standoff between the two branches of government.
6 years ago
This left-wing organizer wants to steal a powerful Pa. Senate seat from Philly’s Democratic machine
Nikil Saval of Reclaim Philadelphia hosts his first fundraiser next week.
6 years ago
Catching up on the impeachment probe
It’s been another whirlwind week of news, as more and more stories implicate Trump and his administration in potentially impeachable offenses.
Air Date: October 4, 2019 10:00 am
Listen 49:01Jill Stein joins the war against Philly’s new $29 million voting machines
The onetime Green Party presidential candidate wants to block the touchscreen models before the 2020 election.
6 years ago
Everything you need to know about Philadelphia’s new voting machines
The new equipment will debut in November — despite concerns about favoritism and security.
6 years ago
‘Our voice still matters’: Philly looks to register people on probation and parole to vote
In Pa., people with felony convictions can vote following the completion of their sentence, even if they’re on probation or parole. But many don’t know it.
6 years ago
Longtime conservative activist to run for vacant Folmer seat
Pa. State Senator Mike Folmer abruptly resigned over a child porn charge. Matt Brouillette says he’s running on a school choice platform.
6 years ago
Legality of using bonds for election machines questioned by Pa. board
Officials in charge of the funding to reimburse counties for voting machine expenses say they have serious concerns about going through with the plan.
6 years ago
5 things to know from Philly’s 2020 labor summit with Sanders, Biden and other hopefuls
As the South Philly refinery and the 1% were hot topics, Bernie got the warmest reception, while there was some skepticism about “Middle Class Joe.”
6 years ago
Listen 2:02What is the filibuster — and why do some Democrats want to end it?
The fate of the filibuster — a 60-vote threshold for most legislation in the U.S. Senate — is again an issue of controversy among Democratic presidential candidates.
6 years ago
After Thursday night's Democratic primary debate, we discuss what the candidates said and how may play among voters.
Air Date: September 13, 2019 10:00 am
Listen 49:01Pennsylvania to let voters apply online for absentee ballots
Pennsylvanians who will not be able to vote in person this fall can apply online for absentee ballots for the first time, officials announced Monday.
6 years ago
Election security advocates criticize Pa. over re-examination of voting machines
Several other groups, including Protect Our Vote Philly and the Pennsylvania-based Citizens for Better Elections, joined in criticizing the state department.
6 years ago
Democrats release climate plans ahead of town hall spotlight
Presidential candidates are releasing their plans to address climate change ahead of a series of town halls as the party's base increasingly demands aggressive action.
6 years ago
N.J. Congressman Chris Smith to face 2020 challenge from former intern
Stephanie Schmid is a human rights advocate and former Foreign Service officer who opposes Smith’s stances on reproductive rights. She is also the Congressman's former intern.
6 years ago
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