
Elections
In ‘unprecedented’ Lt. Gov. race, Stack reckons with a crowded field
Of all the crowded races in Tuesday's primary election, perhaps none is odder than the one for lieutenant governor.
7 years ago
On primary day, Republicans and Democrats agree new congressional map may cause confusion
Both Republicans and Democrats expect some party members to show up to the polls on Tuesday and be surprised to learn that their congressional district has changed.
7 years ago
Listen 03:18Climate change, pipelines, severance tax: Where the GOP gubernatorial candidates stand
Pittsburgh attorney Laura Ellsworth, Pittsburgh businessman Paul Mango, and state Sen. Scott Wagner (R-York County) are running for the Republican nomination.
7 years ago
Sanders backs Lazer in 5th District congressional race
Bernie Sanders endorsed Rich Lazer in the 5th Congressional District Democratic primary.
7 years ago
Electricians union spends big on Philly legislative race
IBEW Local 98 drops $112,500 on state legislative race in South Philadelphia
7 years ago
FEC says candidates can use campaign funds for child care
The Federal Election Commission has ruled that federal candidates can use campaign funds to pay for child care costs that result from time spent running for office.
7 years ago
Election Day: Pennsylvania primary 2018
The following Voters’ Guide focuses on competitive primary races in the Philadelphia region.
7 years ago
Listen 3:32Year of the woman presents tough choices in Philly-area races
Emily’s List is supporting five women in Pennsylvania congressional races.
7 years ago
Listen 5:27Honor legacies of Catto, King by protecting voting rights — and exercising that right
Pennsylvania's May 15 primary election is an excellent opportunity to cast your ballot.
7 years ago
Women find success in early primaries
There's already a record number of women running for House seats and governorships in 2018 — and women Senate candidates are on track to break records as well.
7 years ago
With primary approaching, GOP candidates for Pa. governor fight to distinguish themselves
The primary is on Tuesday, May 15.
7 years ago
Philly voters to decide if city workers will be trained to prevent sexual harassment
If enough voters approve, all city employees will be required to complete the training at least once every three years.
7 years ago
As Costello bows out, newcomers vie for Pa.’s redrawn 6th Congressional District
The 6th district has a longer history of electing both Democrats and Republican representatives, but it has gone Republican since 2002.
7 years ago
Listen 5:41What the Kanye controversy can teach us about black voters
A common explanation has been the notion of "linked fate" — the belief among black folks that their individual prospects are tied to a collective well-being.
7 years ago
Does family tie bring super PAC too close to congressional candidate?
Congressional candidate gets help from super PAC funded by mom, raising questions of whether they're coordinating, a violation of campaign regulations.
7 years ago
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