Law
Activists and suicide prevention groups seek bans on conversion therapy for minors
The American Psychiatric Association says ethical practitioners shouldn't try to change someone's sexuality because of their responsibility to do no harm.
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Sen. Casey pushes to end ‘boyfriend loophole’ in domestic abuse bill over NRA objections
Sen. Bob Casey pushes to end ‘boyfriend loophole’ in lapsed law; the NRA fears it will be applied too broadly and could unfairly strip people of their right to own a firearm.
7 years ago
The Mueller Report itself didn't find criminal charges against Trump, but it did include information that raises questions about the constitutionality of Trump’s actions.
Air Date: April 26, 2019 10:00 am
Listen 49:30Bill would stop addiction centers from requiring positive drug tests in Pa.
The bill raises questions about a potentially dangerous practice, although it's unclear how common it is.
7 years ago
ACLU ends longstanding public defense case in Pa., says larger issues persist
Pennsylvania's chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union is ending a seven-year lawsuit over a lack of funding for public defense in Luzerne County.
7 years ago
Today we discuss the details of Special Counsel Robert Mueller's long-anticipated investigation into Russian election interference.
Air Date: April 19, 2019 10:00 am
Listen 49:49ACLU to end suit over Pa. public defender funding
The American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania says it’s dropping a long-running lawsuit against Luzerne County over lack of fu ...
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New Jersey enacts law on assisted suicide for terminally ill
Gov. Phil Murphy on Friday signed legislation making New Jersey the seventh state to enact a law permitting terminally ill patients to seek life-ending medication.
7 years ago
Pa. lawmakers, activists urge passage of ‘red flag’ law following deadly Wawa shooting
The high-profile gun fatality spurred calls for Emergency Removal Protection Order laws similar to those on the books in more than a dozen other states.
7 years ago
Mueller report summary; holding gun makers accountable
We discuss Attorney General William Barr's summary letter of Special Counsel Mueller's report. Then, a recent decision opening gun manufacturers to liable.
Air Date: March 26, 2019 10:00 am
Listen 49:46Saudi women’s rights activists awarded for their work — while on trial
Three women were honored with a prestigious award this week and it's likely they have no idea.
7 years ago
Brexit update / Massage parlor selling access to Trump
We begin by discussing this hectic week in Brexit negotiations. Then, we'll hear about the massage parlor in Florida that allegedly sold access to President Trump.
Air Date: March 13, 2019
Listen 49:56New effort to curb unruly parties at the University of Delaware
Newark is taking aim at the University of Delaware’s party school reputation with a new ordinance to combat unruly ‘super parties.’
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Listen 0:53Women’s national soccer team players sue for equal pay
The players are seeking equal pay and treatment, in addition to damages including back pay. The complaint was filed on International Women's Day.
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Feds: Philadelphia attorney helped immigrants fake stories to apply for green cards
Andrea W. Clarke faces six counts of fraud as well as charges of making false statements to help immigrants use fake stories to apply for green cards.
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