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Elections

Republican candidate for Congress in Pennsylvania's 4th district Dan David.
Dave Davies: Off Mic
Politics & Policy

Montco GOP hopeful running for Congress with confidence

A look at long shot Republican congressional candidate Dan David

8 years ago

Democrats are well positioned to take the House this November. (Renee Klahr/NPR)
NPR
Politics & Policy

Trump predicts ‘red wave,’ but special elections show Democrats poised for big gains

As the 2018 midterms draw closer, President Trump continues to claim there's a "Red Wave!" brewing.

8 years ago

Vermont Democratic gubernatorial nominee Christine Hallquist, a transgender woman and former electric company executive, applauds with her supporters during her election night party in Burlington, Vt.
NPR
Politics & Policy

Vermont Democrat Christine Hallquist is first transgender nominee for governor

Vermont voters made history on Tuesday as Christine Hallquist, a transgender woman, won the Democratic primary for governor.

8 years ago

President Trump and Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker participate in a groundbreaking ceremony for the $10 billion Foxconn factory complex in June.
NPR
Politics & Policy

What to watch in Tuesday’s primaries: Wisconsin, Minnesota, Connecticut and Vermont

Primary voters in four more states — Connecticut, Wisconsin, Minnesota and Vermont — go to the polls on Tuesday.

8 years ago

An AP analysis held up Conor Lamb's victory over Republican Rick Saccone in Pennsylvania as an example of strong enthusiasm from Democrats. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Politics & Policy

As special elections close out, Dems enjoying strong enthusiasm

As midterms approach, Republicans and Democrats around the country are looking at special election results for clues on how their candidates will do in November.

8 years ago

Jon Torsch, center, wears a t-shirt promoting democratic socialism during a gathering of the Southern Maine Democratic Socialists of America at City Hall in Portland, Maine, Monday, July 16, 2018. On the ground in dozens of states, there is new evidence that democratic socialism is taking hold as a significant force in Democratic politics. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
Politics & Policy

Pa. Democratic Socialists look to ‘radicalize Rust Belt,’ nudge Dems left

As Pennsylvania's Democratic Socialists get ready to have some of their own in the state House next legislative session, they're also looking to broaden their coalition.

8 years ago

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Keystone Crossroads
Politics & Policy

Casey, Barletta spar over Medicare vote

Casey ad attacks Barletta for Medicare vote; Barletta says it's a lie

8 years ago

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A portion of the Pennsylvania legislative district map. (Commonwealth of Pennsylvania)
Keystone Crossroads
Politics & Policy

Redistricting reformers in Pa. look outside the box for legislative options

After a year of campaigning and months of legislative debate, it’s likely too late for state lawmakers to p ...

8 years ago

Young people register to vote outside a March for Our Lives gun control town hall at Universal Audenreid High School, in Greys Ferry
Keystone Crossroads
Politics & Policy

Will youth voting surge in Pa.? The data is mixed

One analysis suggests a wave of youth enthusiasm. But a step-back look at the overall electorate may temper expectations.

8 years ago

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Toomey made an appearance at the Pennsylvania Manufacturer's Association to talk trade with PA business owners. (Katie Meyer/WITF)
Politics & Policy

Toomey brings his anti-tariff crusade to Harrisburg

Pennsylvania's junior US senator is going toe to toe with President Donald Trump on tariffs.

8 years ago

Judge's gavel on wooden table with law books. (bigstockphoto.com)
NPR
Courts & Law

Judge shuts down multimillion-dollar loophole in election law

A widely used loophole for funneling secret "dark money" into political ads closed quietly last weekend.

8 years ago

US Senate candidate Lou Barletta is trying to boost his poll numbers before the November midterm elections. (Photo by AP)
Politics & Policy

Barletta boards bus in effort to raise name recognition, money

Republican US Senate candidate Lou Barletta is on a bus tour across the commonwealth with his golden retriever, Reilly.

8 years ago

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, left, hugs his son Donald Trump Jr. during a rally at Ohio University Eastern Campus in St. Clairsville, Ohio, Tuesday, June 28, 2016. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
Radio Times
Politics & Policy

Defining “collusion”

Guest: Lawrence Noble President Trump recently tweeted the phrase “collusion is not a crime,” in reference to ...

Air Date: August 3, 2018 10:40 am

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(AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
Radio Times
Politics & Policy

Trump in Pa.

Guests: Bobby Allyn, Thomas Baldino We begin today’s show discussing Trump’s visit to Luzerne County, Pa. las ...

Air Date: August 3, 2018 10:00 am

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President Donald Trump speaks during a rally, Thursday, Aug. 2, 2018, at Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza in Wilkes Barre, Pa. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
Politics & Policy

Trump endorses Barletta, but keeps spotlight on himself and media

Outside the rally, hundreds of anti-Trump protesters held signs and chanted.

8 years ago

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