Philadelphia
Politics
Changing of the guard in Philadelphia
Just weeks before historic changes sweep through the ranks of Philadelphia City Hall, top priorities are becoming clearer.
Opinion
Liz Magill resigned; now comes the hard part for higher education
The now-former Penn president's exit does nothing to provide clarity on what comes next in the battle against antisemitism and for free speech.
Policy
Policy
Two recent cyberattacks on water systems highlight vulnerability of critical infrastructure
Pro-Iran hackers allegedly hit a system near Pittsburgh, causing it to replace its Israeli-made equipment as a precaution
Politics
Politics
GOP Senate candidate McCormick unveils China policy during Philadelphia speech
McCormick said Democrats ‘have gotten China wrong for more than two decades’
First Read
First Read
First Read – Dec. 8, 2023
Leaky Capitol roof could further delay state budget … McCormick gives speech in Philadelphia … Penn president faces pressure over congressional testimony … and more
Winners & Losers
Business
Policy
Pennsylvania stands alone on clarifying BEAD plan
States will have to adhere to existing law to meet the $42.5 billion broadband program requirements
Philadelphia
Politics
Penn President Liz Magill facing growing calls to resign
Magill’s testimony in front of Congress – and her response to antisemitic rhetoric – sparked outcry from local and national leaders
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First Read
First Read – Dec. 7, 2023
Shapiro shows support for Philadelphia falafel shop … Allentown City Council approves no confidence measure against mayor … Penn president faces criticism after congressional hearing … and more
Ethics
Politics
Pa. Supreme Court will consider whether officials’ Facebook posts are public records
A Crawford County lawyer sought school board members’ posts about an LGBTQ+ book display
Satire/Odd News
First Read
First Read
First Read - Dec. 6, 2023
U.S. Rep. Glenn Thompson announced prostate cancer diagnosis … Parker unveils new roundtable with Philadelphia leaders … Davis elected vice chair of the DLGA … and more
Capitol Beat
Politics
Austin Davis elected vice chair of Democratic Lieutenant Governors Association
Minnesota Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan was elected as chair of the organization.
Winners & Losers
Interviews & Profiles
Politics
‘Civil discourse is expected’: Elizabeth Preate Havey discusses the Pennsylvania Society’s 125th anniversary
The organization’s president discusses how its annual New York dinner is needed now more than ever as a forum for debate.
Politics
Opinion
Opinion: The Pennsylvania Society is needed – now, more than ever
Two former governors weigh in on the essential role the annual weekend plays in the state’s political ecosystem.
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First Read
First Read – Nov. 30, 2023
Legislature has paid out $$$ to settle sex harassment, other claims … New mail-in ballot directive … The legislation bog keeps growing … and more
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First Read
First Read PA – Nov. 29, 2023
Krasner impeachment battle reaches state Supreme Court … $1.6B in opioid suit funds at risk in PA … Record-low unemployment … and more
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First Read
First Read PA – Nov. 28, 2023
How Johnson won the race to lead Philly City Council … State budget impasse hurting schools, libraries, more … Aliquippa utility hacked by Iranian cyber group … and more
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