Welcome to the latest edition of Voices of Reason where we’ll recap exclusive news and data featured in our most recent podcast.

This segment dives into 2024 policy priorities should the GOP retake control of the PA House, and big reforms planned for the Auditor General's office in another term.

PA Auditor General Tim DeFoor and PA House Minority Leader Bryan Cutler shared insights you won't want to miss ahead of Tuesday's election.
Big Names Make News
PA House Minority Leader Rep. Bryan Cutler discusses breaking down the social stigma surrounding students who choose not to attend a traditional 4-year college after high school. [Watch]

PA Auditor General Tim DeFoor offers remote work to his staff, with the condition that they reside within the state to ensure economic benefits reach communities across PA. "If you have students who live in a rural area that come to work for us – they're going to be contributing to that local economy." [Watch]

PA Chamber President & CEO Luke Bernstein shared a story on PA's need for permitting reform. "There was a housing project set up to go in Wilmington, DE and Lancaster, PA. The mayor of Wilmington cut the ribbon as Lancaster continued to work through the permitting process." [Watch]

Numbers You Need to Know
Public Opinion
  • Twenty percent of registered PA voters say illegal immigration has a "very negative" impact on their community, while 39% report "no impact." [F&M Poll]
  • 8 out of 10 Americans have an unfavorable view of China. [Pew Research]
Voter Interests
  • 55% of registered PA voters believe the presidential election outcome could impact abortion restrictions in the state. [F&M Poll]
Elections
  • Trump’s favorability, though still negative, is better than in 2016, a benefit to Republicans. [F&M Poll]
  • 49% of registered voters support Harris-Casey; 43% back Trump-McCormick, with straight-ticket voting up since September. [F&M Poll]

Community College Grads – The Auditor General's Office Wants YOU

Coming Up...

Two county Election Directors joined us to share what YOU can expect on Election Day in Pennsylvania this year.

Tune in Monday morning for an exclusive interview you won't want to miss.


In Case You Missed It...

Hear from all three candidates for PA Attorney General in this game-changing forum, diving into A.I., social media's impact on children, healthcare, local DA's impact on retail theft, and much more.

Eugene DePasquale and Dave Sunday, plus Forward Party candidate Eric Settle shared insights you won't want to miss.

The Voices of Reason podcast has covered the most important issues in Pennsylvania politics – from education funding to trust in elections. Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt, PA Treasurer Stacy Garrity, and House Appropriations Chairman Jordan Harris are just a few of many influential guests who have joined us for exclusive interviews and roundtable discussions.


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