Two years after cabinet secretary’s resignation, administration appeals transparency rulings rather than release emails and metadata showing how it handled the allegations.
By Todd Shepherd
Claim: Shapiro had no ‘need to know’ about harassment claims against cabinet-level director
If the governor isn’t considered to have a ‘need to know’ about sexual harassment in his own cabinet, who does?
By Todd Shepherd
Shapiro admin stonewalls on key HR policies in sexual harassment scandal
Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration is refusing to provide copies of the human resources policies that would support its central defense: […]
Women’s group raises concerns about Shapiro as VP pick
Shapiro’s handling of sexual harassment claims against Vereb and Zabel raises doubts, advocates say.
By Linda Stein
D’Orsie + Rowe: A new day has, indeed, dawned in the Pennsylvania State House
Democratic House leadership has overpromised and underperformed — while turning a blind eye to misconduct in their caucus.
By Joe D’Orsie + David Rowe
From the Editors: End the Harrisburg bacchanalia
Elected officials campaign like “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington” but govern like “Animal House.”
By the Editors
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
Olivia DeMarco: Don’t let the Zabel scandal get swept under the rug
Democratic leadership concealed the accusations against Zabel for years. Now, the public is owed an explanation — and an investigation.
By Olivia DeMarco
Republicans nominate Katie Ford for House special election in Delco
The Army veteran and special needs instructor will contend for the seat vacated by disgraced Democrat Mike Zabel.
By Linda Stein
Olivia DeMarco: Delaware County Democrats won’t stand for sexual harassment — except by one of their own
Delco Dems had plenty to say when a Republican was accused of sexual harassment in 2018. When one of their own stood accused this year, they were oddly silent.
By Olivia DeMarco