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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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Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., speaks during a campaign event at the Load Rite Trailers manufacturing facility in Fairless Hills, Pa., Monday, Sept. 17, 2018.
Politics & Policy

Philly-area House members vote on Trump’s Iran war powers along party lines

U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Bucks County, joined other House Republicans in voting against limiting President Donald Trump’s war powers in Iran.

2 months ago

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side-by-side photos of John Fetterman and Dave McCormick
Politics & Policy

Pa. Sens. Fetterman, McCormick vote against effort to rein in Trump on Iran war

U.S. Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., was the only Democrat in the Senate to vote against scaling back the war in Iran.

2 months ago

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering Emil Michael speak to reporters before looking at a display of multi-domain autonomous systems in the Pentagon courtyard, Wednesday, July 16, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

AI and the future of warfare

Rapid developments in artificial intelligence are changing modern warfare and raising a new batch of ethical questions. What risks come with AI? Who decides the limits?

Air Date: March 4, 2026 12:00 pm

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President Donald Trump stands
Politics & Policy

As Congress weighs Trump’s Iran war powers, here’s where Philly-area lawmakers stand

A spokesperson for U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Bucks County, said the congressman was “still reviewing the text” of the war powers resolution.

2 months ago

A woman cries as she mourns the death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Politics & Policy

Where things stand after the U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran

The first U.S. military deaths have been reported. Other deaths have been confirmed in Israel and Gulf nations.

2 months ago

People hold signs in Philadelphia protesting war in Iran
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia protesters condemn U.S. military attacks on Iran as some Iranian Americans in the region express hope

While dozens protested at City Hall, members of the group Philly Iranians said they are “concerned” for family members in Iran and “hopeful” that the regime will fall.

2 months ago

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Smoke can be seen in the background of the downtown skyline in Tehran after an explosion
Politics & Policy

What to know about U.S.-Israel attacks on Iran

Two Israeli officials told The Associated Press that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in the strikes.

2 months ago

Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine spoke at a news conference with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth at the Pentagon, after the US struck Iran last year. (AP Photo/Kevin Wolf)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Pros and cons for US military action in Iran

We look at the mounting tension between the US and Iran. Should America pursue military intervention? What’s at stake for the Iranian people living under an oppressive regime?

Air Date: February 26, 2026 12:00 pm

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Students walking on Penn's campus
Courts & Law

Penn, Bryn Mawr and Swarthmore back Harvard in lawsuit to defend international student enrollment

The colleges say blocking international enrollment would harm U.S. higher education and the economy.

2 months ago

Chris Coons at WHYY studios
Politics & Policy

Delaware Sen. Chris Coons says Trump risked much and gained little with threats over Greenland

President Donald Trump backtracked this week from leveling tariffs on European allies in a bid to coerce the acquisition of Greenland to the U.S.

3 months ago

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President Donald Trump speaks with reporters after arriving at Palm Beach International Airport
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Trump’s foreign policy escalation

President Donald Trump has shaken the international order in recent weeks — from Venezuela to Iran to Greenland

Air Date: January 20, 2026 12:00 pm

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President Donald Trump points
Politics & Policy

Trump says he’ll charge 8 European countries a 10% tariff for opposing U.S. control of Greenland

Trump says the rate would climb to 25% on June 1 if no deal was in place for “the Complete and Total purchase of Greenland” by the United States.

3 months ago

Closeup photo of Marco Rubio as he speaks to reporters at a press conference
Politics & Policy

U.S. suspending immigrant visa processing from 75 countries over public assistance

The State Department says it will suspend the processing of immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries whose nationals are deemed likely to require public assistance.

3 months ago

Delaware Senator Chris Coons (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
Politics & Policy

Delaware senator to lead visit to Denmark as President Trump continues to push to acquire Greenland

Trump has floated purchasing Greenland or taking it by military force.

3 months ago

People protest outside Manhattan Federal Court before the arraignment of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, Monday, Jan. 5, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Stefan Jeremiah)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

US attack on Venezuela

The United States’ military attack on Venezuela set shockwaves around the world and raises big questions about U.S. foreign policy under President Donald Trump.

Air Date: January 5, 2026 12:00 pm

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