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State Politics

Christen Smith: Philly Dem joins Erie Republican to propose marijuana legalization

February 25, 2021February 25, 2021
Christen Smith

A bipartisan duo of senators introduced a measure Wednesday to legalize adult use cannabis in Pennsylvania.
By Christen Smith

Politics

Joshua Novotney: Trust me, Pat Toomey is no RINO. Let’s not censure him.

February 24, 2021February 24, 2021
Joshua Novotney
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Senator Pat Toomey has fought for conservative causes his entire career. A move to censure him by Pennsylvania Republicans would amount to cancel culture, writes a Trump election official.
By Joshua Novotney

State Politics

Christen Smith: PennDOT proposes tolls for nine bridges, Girard Point Bridge included

February 23, 2021February 23, 2021
Christen Smith
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The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has a new plan to toll nine bridges, but some are concerned about the great costs and lack of specificity.
By Christen Smith

Politics

Charles McElwee: PA suburbs signal a national ‘eds-and-meds’ realignment

February 17, 2021February 18, 2021
Charles McElwee

A booming “eds-and-meds” economy is fueling Wyomissing’s gradual political realignment, threatening to bring far-reaching changes and consequences.
By Charles McElwee

Politics

The Editors: The ‘Cult of Fetterman’ shifts to higher office

February 12, 2021February 17, 2021
The Editors
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While Fetterman has been a raging success in grabbing national attention since stepping onto the political stage, much less can be said of his job performance as lieutenant governor or his ability to get things done on behalf of Pennsylvanians.
By The Editors.

Politics

Ben Mannes: The GOP has abandoned cities, Soros has filled the void

February 12, 2021February 17, 2021
A. Benjamin Mannes
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Left-wing megadonors are focusing on small, local elections and seizing generational political power doing it. Their success is robbing citizens of the political balance needed to secure their communities.
By Ben Mannes.

State Politics

Tirzah Duren: Wolf’s budget hits Philly while it’s still down

February 9, 2021February 10, 2021
Tirzah Duren
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Among the myriad issues currently affecting small businesses in Philadelphia, Gov. Wolf’s proposed tax increases shouldn’t be one of them.
By Tirzah Duren

State Politics

Dan Bartkowiak: Why is science not Gov. Wolf’s guide for marijuana policy?

February 8, 2021February 8, 2021
Dan Bartkowiak
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The American Academy of Pediatrics, American Medical Association, American Psychological Association, Endocrine Society, American Addiction Centers, and Center for Disease Control all agree: Recreational marijuana is a bad idea.
By: Dan Bartkowiak

Politics

Guy Ciarrocchi: Why do we have a legislature?

February 7, 2021February 26, 2021
Guy Ciarrocchi
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The unprecedented number of executive orders at both the state and national levels of government could destroy the very foundation of our democratic republic and free-market economy.
By Guy Ciarrocchi

State Politics

Kyle Sammin: Wolf Administration abandons survivors of sexual abuse

February 5, 2021February 17, 2021
Kyle Sammin

After failing to advertise a needed change to Pennsylvania’s state constitution, Governor Wolf’s Secretary of the Commonwealth resigned — leaving victims holding the bag.
By Kyle Sammin

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