Politics
Philadelphia
Some Philly Union League members oppose club honoring DeSantis with major award
Florida’s governor has come under fire for using government funds to relocate migrants from Texas to Massachusetts.
Law Enforcement
On day one of hearings to impeach Larry Krasner, mothers of homicide victims share testimony
Crime victims’ families told of grief and trauma followed by inaction and confusion due to lack of an adequate city response.
Campaigns & Elections
Freedom From Religion Foundation launches campaign to counter Christian nationalism in state politics
The Wisconsin-based organization wants to convince politicians that secular voters constitute a large and growing voting bloc.
Campaigns & Elections
Oz releases medical records as health becomes focus of U.S. Senate race
A letter from a New York doctor said Oz has elevated cholesterol levels but is in ‘overall excellent health.’
News & Politics
Posting their way to power: How PA politicos are using social media to boost their brands.
This new trend in political campaigns is changing the game – for better or for worse.
News & Politics
‘What a difference a year makes:’ More than 5,000 attend first Pennsylvania March for Life since Supreme Court ruling
Meanwhile, Democrats introduced legislation Monday seeking to protect and expand abortion access.
Labor
Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate falls to 4.2% in August, down from prior months
The state unemployment rate is at its lowest level since 2000.
Philadelphia
Who’s running for mayor in Philadelphia?
City & State has your running list of all those running – and some ‘maybes.’
Policy
The debate over debates: Oz, Fetterman continue to feud over details
Both candidates have outlined conditions they want in their first meeting.
Campaigns & Elections
State election officials offer glimpse into midterm preparations
The House State Government Committee held a hearing on election administration on Wednesday.
Capitol Beat
House Democrats call for action on labor, wage issues as session end nears
After this week, House lawmakers will have six session days left before the general election
Capitol Beat
House votes to hold Krasner in contempt for subpoena refusal
The Philadelphia District Attorney’s office has declined to produce documents requested by the committee via subpoena, stating their investigation is not being done ‘in good faith.’
Policy
‘They are coming after you’: GOP lawmakers vow to defend gun rights at annual rally
The 17th Annual Right to Keep and Bear Arms rally featured Second Amendment advocates from across Pennsylvania.
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News & Politics
Coffee shops have become the most buzzworthy unionizing battleground
City & State explores what’s behind the worker-led drive to unionize at Starbucks and similar places in Pennsylvania.
Labor
Angela Ferritto, Mark Lynch: These are the fresh faces on the front lines
The state’s top unions have welcomed a new generation of leaders in the midst of a youth movement in unionization: A City & State analysis.
Campaigns & Elections
Pat Toomey backs Dr. Oz in criticizing John Fetterman for dodging debate
Fetterman said his physician reassured him he should be able to serve in the Senate ‘without a problem’ as long as he takes his recovery seriously.
Campaigns & Elections
Here are the endorsements in Pennsylvania’s U.S. Senate race
Update for Sept. 29, 2022.
News & Politics
Biden renews call to ‘battle for the soul of the nation’ in Philadelphia speech
His second of three visits to the commonwealth this week focused on defending democracy.
Policy
Wolf, lawmakers reach agreement on 2-year window for child sex abuse lawsuits
The policy will advance next year after an administrative error by the Wolf administration forced lawmakers to start over.
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