A guide to Pennsylvania’s attorney general race
November’s general election features several marquee matchups with statewide implications, and while most eyes are on the presidential and U.S. Senate races, the outcome of the commonwealth’s row office races could have a significant impact on the state in the near future, City & State reports.
Pa. Democrats counting on abortion rights, healthcare to win presidential race
The 2024 presidential election could come down to Pennsylvania suburban women and abortion rights, PennLive reports.
Voting access is the cornerstone of democracy
Although Pennsylvania is not the most stringent state in regards to restricting voting access, the birthplace of American democracy has lagged behind many states – including North Carolina and Georgia – in ensuring access to the ballot. Read the full release here.
Trump’s Use of Campaign Funds to Pay Legal Bills
Wondering whether it’s legal for political candidates to spend campaign money on personal legal bills? Owen Bacskai and Daniel Weiner from the Brennan Center for Justice have pulled together an explainer.
6 state legislatures where partisan balance is on the line in November
Greater attention is turning toward state legislatures as they become the focal point for debates over abortion access, immigration, redistricting and gun control. Democrats and Republicans alike see opportunities to shift the balance of partisan control in one or both chambers among a handful of state legislatures this fall, including Pennsylvania, The Hill reports.
National Coalition for 100 Black Women urge passage of two crucial voting rights bills
The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Harrisburg Chapter, is committed to empowering and enhancing the lives of Black women through advocacy in health, education, economic empowerment, and public policy. In this critical election year, it is paramount that we protect and uplift the voices of our community, especially as we engage in our most important institution – our democracy. Read more here.
Harrisburg should prioritize our needs, not billionaires, with Pennsylvania’s surplus
Giving thousands of dollars to the wealthiest one percent is not a good idea – and certainly not how we should spend billions of dollars. It’s time to end handouts to the wealthy. Let’s make our surplus work for all of us. Read more here.
Voter outreach groups targeted by new laws in several GOP-led states are struggling to do their work
Voting rights experts expect to see continued attempts to restrict voting and the activities of voter outreach groups in Republican-controlled states, AP News reports.
