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Fresh Air opens the window on contemporary arts and issues with guests from worlds as diverse as literature and economics. Fresh Air Weekend collects the best segments from the week's programs and crafts them together for great weekend listening.

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Elections

Workers at the When We All Vote block party helped Philadelphians register to vote
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia activists mobilize young Black voters ahead of election deadlines

Philadelphia legislators, faith leaders and activists are urging more residents, especially Black residents, to register before the critical election deadline.

2 years ago

The
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Philly’s first permanent mural about voting is all about hope

“Legacy in Bloom” in West Philadelphia is for future generations to celebrate civic engagement.

2 years ago

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Dauphin County Prison (Michael Rubinkam / AP Photo)
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania updates guidance for incarcerated voters

“We know from the last two elections how close the ballot totals were,” said one voting advocate. “We want to make sure that these folks are counted.”

2 years ago

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The exterior of the federal courthouse in Harrisburg, Pa., is shown Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, where a judge heard argument regarding a request by six Republican members of Congress that he direct elections officials to take additional steps to verify the identity and eligibility of overseas voters, including those serving in the military and their families. (AP Photo/Mark Scolforo)
Politics & Policy

Judge weighs GOP request to verify eligibility of Pennsylvania’s overseas and military voters

A federal judge in Pa. is considering a request to direct the state's election officials to take additional steps to verify the ID and eligibility of voters living overseas.

2 years ago

Democrat Matt Meyer (left) said Republican Mike Ramone
Politics & Policy

‘Trump orange’: Meyer challenges Ramone’s claim to be Delaware ‘yellow’ in gubernatorial debate

The GOP’s Mike Ramone disavows MAGA red in an appeal to Delaware independents, but Democrat Meyer says his foe is closer to “Trump orange.”

2 years ago

Elon Musk speaks
Politics & Policy

Elon Musk holds his first solo event in support of Trump in the Philadelphia suburbs

Elon Musk brought his support for Republican Donald Trump to the Philadelphia suburbs for a town hall.

2 years ago

Bonnie Watson Coleman and Darius Mayfield
Politics & Policy

Race to watch: What to know about N.J. 12th Congressional District candidates Bonnie Watson Coleman, Darius Mayfield

The race for New Jersey's 12th district is heating up and it is a rematch.

2 years ago

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Bob Casey and Dave McCormick
Politics & Policy

$240M floods Pa. Senate race; McCormick’s super PAC leads in spending

Super PAC money dwarfed the candidates’ own spending. Millions from GOP megadonors have helped McCormick offset a smaller fundraising haul.

2 years ago

Voting booths
Politics & Policy

To cast a Pennsylvania ballot, voters must be registered by Oct. 21

Applicants must be 18 years old on the day of the election, a U.S. citizen and a resident of Pennsylvania and the district where they are registering to vote for.

2 years ago

Donald Trump
Politics & Policy

Trump is consistently inconsistent on abortion and reproductive rights

Donald Trump has offered vague, contradictory and at times nonsensical answers to questions on an issue that's become a major political vulnerability for Republicans.

2 years ago

Aftermath of shooting at Trump rally
Politics & Policy

Panel looking into Trump assassination attempt says Secret Service needs ‘fundamental reform’

The panel said that “another Butler can and will happen again” without major changes in how candidates are protected.

2 years ago

All four candidates posing for a photo together
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.

2 years 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.

2 years 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.”

2 years 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.
Studio 2
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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