Lawsuit argues that DHS doesn’t have the authority to include collective bargaining language in Medicaid contracts.
By Anthony Hennen
New report argues it’s time for public-sector union reform in Pennsylvania
A new report argues that Pennsylvania can increase economic growth if the General Assembly reforms its government union.
By Anthony Hennen
Eligibility, timing in question for PPP loans; $1.2 million went to Pennsylvania unions
In 2020, labor organizations received $36.7 million in PPP funds, and $1.2 million ended up in the hands of Pennsylvania unions.
By Anthony Hennen
De facto charter school ban in Philly leads to growing waitlist, with dwindling time to apply
With less than a month left for students to apply for a spot in one of Philadelphia’s 85 public charter schools, a dearth of new school openings is making a lengthy waitlist even longer.
By Rick Rickman
Ben Mannes: With Henon and Dougherty convicted, all eyes turn to indicted Philly Councilman Kenyatta Johnson
After the guilty verdicts of Dougherty and Henon, some are looking at the indictment of Councilman Kenyatta Johnson. These cases reveal a pressing issue for Philadelphians: a lack of oversight of our public officials from the city and state.
By Ben Mannes
Gina Diorio: After Johnny Doc’s fall, which Pennsylvania politicians are honest?
A labor leader and Democratic kingmaker bought a seat on Philadelphia’s city council for $70,000 a year. With millions of dollars in other contributions, what else did Johnny Doc’s largesse buy in Pennsylvania?
By Gina Diorio
Matthew J. Brouillette: Johnny Doc’s conviction could mark a turning point for city
Dougherty’s conviction has dealt a blow to the Democrat machine in the largest city in the biggest swing state in the nation. Will Philadelphia emerge from crony corruption or will someone fill Johnny Doc’s shoes?
By: Matthew J. Brouillette
Union boss John Dougherty, Philadelphia political kingmaker, convicted on conspiracy, bribery charges along with Councilman Bobby Henon
Philadelphia Councilman Bobby Henon prioritized the whims of his political patron, IBEW Local 98’s John “Johnny Doc” Dougherty, over those of Philly residents, federal prosecutors alleged. Jurors agreed that the duo worked behind the scenes to illegally impose the union’s will throughout the city.
By Rick Rickman
Pa. teachers’ union to provide “Nice White Parents” training to teachers
The 10-hour workshop will explore “a key driver in what is blocking educational integration and equity: the actions of White families.” Critics call the training, “worse than a bad joke.”
By Todd Shepherd
Conner Drigotas: How teachers unions are fighting to kill teaching jobs in PA
By loudly advocating against increased funding for charter schools at the state legislature, Pennsylvania’s teachers’ unions make it clear exactly how they feel about the teachers who work in charter schools.
By Conner Drigotas