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One local union has demanded the return of a political donation. But House Democratic leaders deny the existence of that contribution.
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Listen 0:57Delaware bans private equity hospital purchases, expands health care access
Senate Majority Leader Bryan Townsend says his legislation phases in price caps on hospitals and strengthens primary care access.
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Listen 0:57“It’s a name, it’s a statue, it’s a plaque. It could be a variety of things,” a city official said about ideas for honoring Delaware’s only president.
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Listen 2:03Democracy summit marks America’s 250th anniversary by looking beyond the celebration
From trust in elections to political polarization, experts shared what they believe Americans should understand about democracy's future.
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2 Philly-area Democrats voted against the bipartisan ‘compromise’ state budget. Here’s why
The two state senators criticized the budget for failing to address “critical” issues such as public transit, affordable energy and rising energy costs.
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Listen 1:11Pa. Gov. Shapiro signs ‘compromise’ state budget shortly after passage on Sunday
Both sides called it a compromise with $2.4 billion less in spending than Shapiro’s proposal, no new revenues and leaving the rainy day fund alone.
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Listen 1:16Kitchen, who became the second Black woman elected to the Pennsylvania state Senate, leaves behind a legacy of public service, mentorship and advocacy.
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Listen 1:16The honorees included former rapper Gillie Da King, former U.S. ambassador David L. Cohen and Comcast Spectacor CEO Daniel J. Hilferty.
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Listen 0:44Historic ‘March of America’s Mayors’ commemorates independence and celebrates local democracy
Local leaders from across the country marched from Independence Mall to the Museum of the American Revolution, highlighting the role of cities in sustaining democracy.
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Congress returns to Philadelphia to mark 250 years since America’s first vote for independence
Rep. Brendan Boyle hopes the event will serve as a rare bipartisan reflection on the nation's founding and Philadelphia's enduring place in American history.
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Listen 1:18What Delaware lawmakers passed — and what failed — before the legislative session ended
Lawmakers passed dozens of bills, addressing property tax rates, gun dealer regulations, affordable housing and more.
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Listen 1:04Plaintiffs include three Philadelphia residents who fear being re-detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement at their next routine check-ins.
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Listen 1:18Most House Republicans did not vote on the bill, depriving it of the 28 votes needed for approval.
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Listen 0:49What Thomas Jefferson meant by "the pursuit of happiness" may be very different from what Americans mean today.
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Listen 1:18What does it mean to be patriotic?
Is patriotism about upholding the ideals of America’s founders? Is it blind allegiance to the country? Can you be deeply critical of the U.S and still be patriotic
Air Date: June 24, 2026 12:00 pm
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