
Elections
Democratic socialist pulls lucky ballot position in Philly Council race
A 26-year-old democratic socialist drew the top ballot position in Philly’s Council race as candidates followed a time-honored tradition involving an old coffee can.
7 years ago
The Electoral College is trending. Guess why.
At least three Democratic presidential hopefuls — Elizabeth Warren, Beto O'Rourke, and Pete Buttigieg — are currently calling for the artifact's abolition.
7 years ago
Presidential hopeful Pete Buttigieg (who?!) elevates our civic discourse
"Mayor Pete" from South Bend, Indiana, is a welcome addition to the swelling Democratic roster.
7 years ago
In our Monday Regional Roundup, we talk about a proposed hyperloop for Pa, Delaware's popular vote bill, and teenage sleep and school start times.
Air Date: March 18, 2019 10:00 am
Listen 49:44Pa. rejected twice as many absentee ballots in 2018
The majority of absentee ballots are rejected in Pennsylvania for lateness, and the rejection rate is increasing.
7 years ago
Is Jane Sanders the most powerful woman not running in 2020?
Jane Sanders remains his closest adviser, making her perhaps the most influential woman in the 2020 campaign who isn't a candidate.
7 years ago
Gillibrand in 2020 Democratic race as full-fledged candidate
New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand formally joined the 2020 White House race on Sunday and previewed the hard line she will take against President Donald Trump.
7 years ago
Democrat Beto O’Rourke announces 2020 White House bid
The former Texas congressman sent a text message to KTSM Wednesday afternoon confirming the news that he will seek the Democratic presidential nomination.
7 years ago
Pa. state Sen. Williams, former controller Butkovitz challenge Philly Mayor Kenney
Two Democrats are challenging Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney’s bid for a second term.
7 years ago
Bravo! Democrats refuse to reward Fox News’ propaganda
These debates, which begin in June, should be hosted by legitimate journalistic organizations. Fox News, a font of fact-free agitprop, is demonstrably illegitimate.
7 years ago
Montgomery County GOP candidates square off in party primary
Montgomery County Republicans will decide in the party primary whether to back county Commissioner Joe Gale, who beat party leaders four years ago.
7 years ago
Listen 5:12Minimum wage for Pa., raising teacher salaries, dark money in NJ
Today's Regional Roundup: making campaign contributions more transparent in NJ, Pa. Republican State Majority Leader on raising the minimum wage, teacher pay in Pa.
Air Date: March 4, 2019 10:00 am
Listen 49:45Narberth native, former Colorado Gov. Hickenlooper declares 2020 presidential bid
John Hickenlooper casted himself as a can-do uniter who's used to overcoming adversity and accomplishing liberal goals in a politically divided state.
7 years ago
Delaware could join ‘popular vote’ movement for 2020 election
Delaware could soon be the next state to join an effort to make the winner of popular vote in a presidential election the automatic winner of the Electoral College vote.
7 years ago
Philly DA Krasner fined $4K for super PAC campaign finance violation
The Real Justice PAC, which is now allied with Shaun King, paid for three embedded staffers for Larry Krasner’s campaign for Philadelphia District Attorney.
7 years ago