News & Politics
Personality
Oz launches ‘Fetterman Basement Tracker’ as social media attacks intensify
Social media is playing an important role in Pennsylvania’s U.S. Senate race.
Campaigns & Elections
Policy
Grove renews push for large-scale election law changes
The House GOP elections leader said continuing issues necessitate reforms
News & Politics
Politics
Mastriano, Ellis, attack Davis over 11-year-old tweets
Social media posts – and platforms themselves – have become part of attacks in the state’s midterm race for governor and lieutenant governor.
Budget
Policy
The new state budget brings changes to Pennsylvania’s election laws
For one thing, counties will no longer be able to accept third-party grants to fund elections.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Charlie Dent and other former GOP officials endorse Josh Shapiro for governor
Dent says Shapiro’s opponent, Doug Mastriano, is ‘a threat to the rule of law and the constitutional order.’
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Making the case for second place: Ranked-choice voting explained
Proponents of this system of voting in Pennsylvania are trying to make some headway. Here are a few of their ideas.
News & Politics
Politics
Matt Dowling won’t run for reelection after DUI charge
Dowling says retiring will help him focus on his wellness and family.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Fetterman and Oz tout support as abortion debate ramps up
Both U.S. Senate candidates received endorsements from abortion-focused groups on Friday.
Interviews & Profiles
Personality
Working behind the scenes: A Q&A with attorney Adam Bonin
The Philly lawyer talks about his work in election law and the likelihood of major lawsuits in 2022.
Capitol Beat
Policy
GOP effort to expand poll watcher access advances in state House
Legislation from state Sen. Doug Mastriano would allow poll watchers to travel to any precinct in the state.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Pennsylvania Democrats to choose next party chair at Gettysburg meeting
Gerald Lawrence and Sharif Street are running to be the Pennsylvania Democratic Party’s next leader.
Labor
Politics
Shapiro picks up big endorsement from statewide firefighters union
The Pennsylvania Professional Fire Fighters Association said Shapiro will stand up for union rights
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Dr. Oz draws a contrast with John Fetterman as he pivots to the general election
To a large audience, Oz promised to support conservative policies in Washington.
Capitol Beat
Policy
An optimistic Seth Grove looks to begin bipartisan talks on election reforms
Gov. Tom Wolf’s office says Grove has ‘no credibility on election issues’
Campaigns & Elections
Opinion
The misguided partisan focus on election proposals
In an op-ed, Make the Road PA’s Diana Robinson argues for greater access to the ballot box.
Analysis
Politics
How Philly’s ward system works and doesn’t work – and what is being done to change it
City & State spoke with experts who offered a glimpse into this complex electoral process.
News & Politics
Politics
Jan. 6 committee hearing reveals Scott Perry allegedly sought White House pardon following insurrection
A spokesperson for Perry called the claim ‘a ludicrous and soulless lie’
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Recount confirms Dr. Oz’s victory in Pennsylvania’s GOP Senate primary
Mehmet Oz defeated Dave McCormick by less than 1,000 votes
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Proposed Constitutional amendment aims to give states more power over campaign spending
State Rep. Meghan Schroeder is leading a push to limit the influence of dark money
Campaigns & Elections
Opinion