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Politics

Todd Shepherd: PA politics among least competitive in U.S., analysis finds

September 12, 2020April 19, 2021
Todd Shepherd

Are term limits the solution to boost competition in our state elections?
By Todd Shepherd

History

Linda A. Kerns: All of this kneeling before our flag suggests some of us have already forgotten

September 11, 2020April 19, 2021
Linda A. Kerns
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How quickly we forgot – not only those who lost their lives in the line of duty, but also the weary men and women who showed up day after day post 9-11 to sort through the rubble to look for survivors and then the remains of the souls lost, all while anguished by their own personal situations and a nation rocked by sorrow.
By Linda A. Kerns

News

Christen Smith: Democratic challenger hopes to unseat moderate lawmaker in Pennsylvania’s 1st congressional district

September 10, 2020April 19, 2021
Christen Smith

Congressman Fitzpatrick is at risk of losing control of his district this November.
By Christen Smith

Sports

Scott McClallen: Midwest Republicans urge Big Ten commissioner not to punt on fall season

September 9, 2020April 19, 2021
Scott McClallen

Big Ten schools will lose millions in anticipated revenues if they don’t play football this fall — and student athletes stand to lose even more.
By Scott McClallen

In the spotlight

  • Deresiewicz in UnHerd: Escaping American tribalism March 10, 2022
  • The Editorial Board in Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Four-year degrees aren’t for everyone March 6, 2022
  • Shellenberger in Common Sense: The West’s Green Delusions Empowered Putin March 3, 2022
  • Russell in Persuasion: To Reform the Police, Join It February 28, 2022
  • Cooke in National Review: What in the Hell Is Kamala Harris Doing? February 17, 2022
News

Christen Smith: Pennsylvania loosens capacity limits on bars and restaurants

September 9, 2020April 19, 2021
Christen Smith

Governor Wolf, claiming the mantle of science, is expected to ease capacity limits on bars and restaurants by the end of September.
By Christen Smith

News

Christen Smith: Pennsylvania renews emergency declaration for third time

September 8, 2020April 19, 2021
Christen Smith

As Governor Wolf renews his emergency powers for the third time, House Republicans meet to call into question the administration’s actions over the last six months.
By Christen Smith

Civic Culture

George Hofmann: Those who demand rights must be prepared to earn them

September 6, 2020April 19, 2021
George Hofmann

Individual rights have always come with social responsibilities in America, and we must re-learn and reengage with the latter part of that crucial equation.
By George Hofmann

Free Trade

Kyle Sammin: Gov. Wolf wants to legalize marijuana. He should fix the PLCB first

September 4, 2020April 19, 2021
Kyle Sammin
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Pennsylvania’s Governor wants to liberalize marijuana in the Commonwealth. He should start by reforming the state’s antiquated Liquor Control Board — one of the most restrictive in the nation.
By Kyle Sammin

Education

Hunter Tower: Teachers are needed back in the classroom now more than ever

September 3, 2020April 19, 2021
Hunter Tower

Children, parents and teachers are caught in the middle of the political battle, waged by the teachers unions vs. everybody else.
By Hunter Tower

Politics

Todd Shepherd: Restaurant workers grill Kenney over Maryland dine-in photo

September 2, 2020April 19, 2021
Todd Shepherd
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As Kenney dines-in at a restaurant in Maryland, Philadelphia restaurant employees continue to suffer under his strict policies.
By Todd Shepherd

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