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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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Politics & Policy

State House candidates in Bucks County discuss child care worker retention, paid family leave and key issues

All three candidates support increased state funding for early childhood education, paid family and medical leave and more.

12 months ago

Joe Salerno, Jeff Van Drew and Thomas Cannavo (Courtesy Salerno campaign; AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite; Cannavo for Congress, Facebook)
Politics & Policy

Race to watch: What to know about N.J. 2nd Congressional District candidates: Joe Salerno, Jeff Van Drew, Thomas Cannavo

Republican incumbent Jeff Van Drew is seeking a fourth term in Congress. Democrat Joe Salerno and the Green Party's Thomas Cannavo stand in his way.

12 months ago

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Kamala Harris speaks behind a podium and in front of a sign reading Country Over Party
Politics & Policy

Kamala Harris woos Pa. Republicans where Washington crossed the Delaware

Harris chose a site of historic importance to court disaffected Republicans in Pennsylvania. The Trump campaign said they were being used as a “theatrical prop.”

12 months ago

While past elections suggest that Black voters tend to vote Democrat, the Trump campaign has been working to gain momentum, especially among Black men.
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Politics & Policy

Are Democrats losing Black voters in Pennsylvania?

While data from the 2020 and 2022 elections suggest that Black voters tend to vote Democratic, the Trump campaign is trying to gain momentum, especially among Black men.

Air Date: October 16, 2024 12:00 pm

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Politics & Policy

More sparks fly as Pennsylvania’s Senate candidates go on offensive in second debate

Much like the race, the debate was heated as the candidates sparred over the issues and each other’s character and fitness to serve.

12 months ago

Green party candidate Robin Brownfield (left), Republican party candidate Teddy Liddell (middle) and Democratic incumbent U.S. Rep. Donald Norcross (right).
Politics & Policy

What voters need to know about New Jersey’s 1st District candidates: Teddy Liddell, Donald Norcross, Robin Brownfield

The Green Party’s Robin Brownfield and Republican Teddy Liddell are challenging Democratic incumbent Donald Norcross, who is seeking a sixth Congressional term.

12 months ago

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First lady Jill Biden joins volunteers at PSEA phone bank in West Chester, Pa., Oct. 15, 2024 (Amanda Fitzpatrick/WHYY)
Politics & Policy

First lady Jill Biden calls educators to rally Harris-Walz vote in Philly suburbs

The first lady joined a phone bank to gain support for educators and greeted supporters at Montgomery County Community College.

12 months ago

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Philadelphia Orchestra pianist Kiyoko Takeuti
Arts & Entertainment

The Philadelphia Orchestra is packing for China, and voting in advance

Musicians of the orchestra made a public display of absentee voting to encourage others to make a plan.

12 months ago

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Delaware County secured drop box
Politics & Policy

In Pennsylvania, am I allowed to drop off a ballot for another voter?

If a Pennsylvania voter has a disability and needs assistance returning their ballot, they can designate someone to drop it off for them.

12 months ago

Property owned by Frosty Valley Farms
Politics & Policy

‘Not a farmer’: Senate candidate David McCormick receives tax breaks for property in Columbia County

A state law was designed to help farmers keep their land amid rising property values. Why is David McCormick who himself says “is not a farmer,” benefitting?

12 months ago

Larry Krasner speaking at a podium
Studio 2
Courts & Law

Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner defends his record

DA Krasner won two elections running as a progressive criminal justice reformer. His critics say he's been too soft on crime.

Air Date: October 15, 2024 12:00 pm

Listen 44:24
Pa. capitol building
Politics & Policy

1-seat Democratic margin has Pennsylvania House control up for grabs in fall voting

Democrats go into the election with a one-seat House majority, while in the Senate, Republicans have 28 seats and therefore majority control.

12 months ago

Donald Trump speaks behind a podium
Politics & Policy

Trump’s economic plans would worsen inflation, experts say

They fear that Trump's proposals would “reignite’’ inflation, which has plummeted since peaking at 9.1% in 2022 and is nearly back to the Fed’s 2% target.

12 months ago

Kamala Harris sits and speaks with others at a table, Trump smiles while holding a microphone
Politics & Policy

Harris and Trump hold campaign events in Pennsylvania

On Monday, the vice president spoke in Erie while the former president held a town hall in Oaks. The two have made nearly 50 stops in the state this campaign season.

12 months ago

A woman in a motorized wheelchair casts her vote
Politics & Policy

Voters with disabilities are feeling ignored by presidential candidates

A Rutgers University report says about 40 million U.S. voters are disabled. Advocates say they are less likely to receive political information and can face voting challenges.

12 months ago

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