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Charles F. McElwee: John Heinz’s legacy — and Pennsylvania’s political future

March 31, 2021March 30, 2021
Charles F. McElwee

Thirty years ago, Republican Sen. John Heinz – then Pennsylvania’s most popular public figure – died in a midair collision over suburban Philadelphia’s Lower Merion Township.
By Charles F. McElwee

Election

Christine Flowers: How in the world did she get a promotion?

March 29, 2021March 29, 2021
Christine Flowers
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While Levine’s nomination was no surprise, considering the Biden administration’s focus on “inclusivity,” her lack of qualification for the job makes her confirmation by Congress baffling.
By Christine Flowers

The Economy

Beth Mumford: Independent contracting empowers women — let’s protect it.

March 11, 2021March 11, 2021
Beth Mumford

Congress should be working to make it easier, or at least not make it harder, for someone to earn a living through independent work.
By Beth Mumford

Politics

Todd Shepherd: Fitzpatrick’s bipartisan record set to boost his influence next Congress

November 11, 2020April 19, 2021
Todd Shepherd
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Will Pennsylvania’s GOP Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick lead the charge of bipartisanship in Congress?
By Todd Shepherd

Politics

Spencer Landis: Philly-area Democrats mute on court packing, ending the filibuster

October 14, 2020April 19, 2021
Spencer Landis

Democrats locked in tight Congressional races in the Philadelphia region are refusing multiple attempts for comment on the most consequential changes to our judicial and legislative branches in decades.
By Spencer Landis, with reporting from Albert Eisenberg

The Courts

George Hofmann: Amy Coney Barrett is a threat to lazy politicians, not healthcare

October 11, 2020April 19, 2021
George Hofmann

The real pre-existing condition we need to be concerned about is Congress’ inability to legislate.
By George Hofmann

White House

Howard Lurie: ​Law making is for legislatures, not executives

May 4, 2020April 19, 2021
Howard Lurie

We, as a free people, need to be especially wary of executive authority.
By Howard Lurie

Politics

Albert Eisenberg: Leadership from Bob Casey + other PA Dems in short supply as PPP funds run dry

April 28, 2020April 19, 2021
Albert Eisenberg

The most important thing that the Senate could do is prevent total economic collapse in the face of this pandemic — and on this, and so many other issues, Sen. Casey seems to be asleep at the wheel. By Albert Eisenberg

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