Democrats cancel votes on all bills until a successor is elected.
By Linda Stein
State House approves jobless benefits for striking workers
The bill to subsidize organized labor is likely dead on arrival in the Senate.
By Christen Smith
Investigation found credible evidence of hostile work environment by former HDCC exec director Ethan Smith
Smith left the HDCC in 2014, but remains a prominent player in Allegheny County Democratic politics.
By Todd Shepherd
From the Editors: End the Harrisburg bacchanalia
Elected officials campaign like “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington” but govern like “Animal House.”
By the Editors
Philly Sen. Saval condemns Hamas after his chief of staff posted support for the terrorist group
Saval offered no direct response to questions about his staffer’s actions.
By Todd Shepherd
Women state senators call out Gov. Shapiro over sex harassment scandal
The legislators pressed the governor’s office for answers on why the misconduct was concealed for so long.
By Linda Stein
Shapiro cabinet member Vereb resigns under cloud following sexual harassment allegations
The alleged victim, Vereb’s deputy, quit or was pushed out in a move she claims is retaliation. The administration has known about the claims for seven months.
By Todd Shepherd
Almost $150,000 unaccounted for in House Democrats’ expense report payments to campaign director
A six-figure sum is unaccounted for, and state officials say they have no way to compel full disclosure.
By Todd Shepherd
From the Editors: Pennsylvania’s legislature must pursue pay-to-play reform now
Legislators, including Democratic House leadership, cannot serve the people and their private clients at the same time.
From the Editors