Politics
Now is a good time to talk to kids about civics
Here's a quick primer from Life Kit on how to talk with your kids about politics — and, even get them thinking about civics.
3 years ago
Ahead of MLK Day, we reflect on racial justice and equity at the end of the Trump era.
Air Date: January 15, 2021 10:00 am
Listen 49:13For Philly immigrants who’ve survived coups, the mob of insurrectionists that marauded the halls of Congress serves as reminders of how fragile democracies can be.
3 years ago
Biden unveiling $1.9T plan to stem virus and steady economy
It includes $1,400 checks for most Americans, which on top of $600 provided in the most recent COVID-19 bill would bring the total to the $2,000 that Biden has called for.
3 years ago
Delaware man who waved ‘Confederate Battle flag’ during Capitol riot charged
Kevin Seefried and his son Hunter face federal charges stemming from the storming of what President-elect Biden calls the “cradle of liberty.”
3 years ago
Retired Delco firefighter charged with assault for hurling fire extinguisher at Capitol Police
His alleged crime appears to be separate from a different high-profile incident, in which Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick was struck and killed.
3 years ago
The U.S. House of Representatives debated and voted for a second impeachment of President Trump, this time for his role in inciting the violent attack on the Capitol building.
Air Date: January 14, 2021 10:00 am
Listen 49:01McConnell open to convicting Trump in impeachment trial
McConnell's openness was a stark contrast to the support, or at times silence, he’s shown during much of Trump’s presidency.
3 years ago
4 ways Trump’s 2nd impeachment will change Washington
Trump made history, the Capitol siege exposed splits in the GOP party that are likely to remain, Biden's agenda will now compete with a Senate trial and D.C. is a fortress.
3 years ago
House votes to impeach Trump for ‘incitement of insurrection’ — Pa. delegation split
All nine Democrats voted to impeach the president on a charge of “incitement of insurrection,” and all nine Republicans voted against Trump’s removal.
3 years ago
Biden’s German shepherd to be celebrated with ‘indoguration’ hosted by Delaware animal shelter
Carroll, executive director of the Delaware shelter, says Major's story does more than encourage pet adoption.
3 years ago
Airbnb to block, cancel reservations in D.C next week
Airbnb says it will be blocking and canceling reservations in the Washington, D.C. area during the week of the presidential inauguration.
3 years ago
Trump impeached after Capitol riot in historic second charge
Trump faces a single charge, “incitement of insurrection," after telling a mob of loyalists to, as he put it, “fight like hell” against election results.
3 years ago
COVID fears grow in Capitol as three lawmakers test positive
The three Democratic lawmakers directed their anger toward some House Republicans who were also in the secure room and declined opportunities to wear a mask.
3 years ago
These are the 94 elected officials from Pa. who supported challenges to Biden’s win
Several major corporations are stopping donations to lawmakers on this list, which includes eight congressional reps and 85 state reps.
3 years ago