Welcome to the latest edition of Voices of Reason where we’ll recap exclusive news and data featured in our most recent podcast.
The political realignment shaking the nation has hit Pennsylvania. This episode unpacks the seismic shifts from Election 2024 and their implications for PA Democrats and Republicans during this transformative moment in politics.
CEO of Broad + Liberty, Terry Tracy, and Education Reporter for Broad + Liberty, Beth Ann Rosica share insights you don’t want to miss.
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CEO of Broad + Liberty Terry Tracy critiques Kamala Harris's purported "word salad," highlighting how Democrats' communication style is alienating working-class voters. [Watch]
Education Reporter for Broad + Liberty Beth Ann Rosica explores whether or not Governor Josh will support the Save Women's Sports Act. "He has sworn to veto that bill, he is on the record as saying he's going to veto that bill." [Watch]
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Public Opinion
- For the first time since 2008, Centre County has more registered Republicans than Democrats, with 42,165 Republicans and 41,460 Democrats. [CentreDaily]
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Heading into Election Day, the trends told the story: Trump led in only 2 of 59 Pennsylvania polls in 2016, just 5 of 84 in 2020, but in 2024, he led in half of the 82 polls released. [RealClearPennsylvania]
Voter Interests
- On Trump's first day of office, he signed dozens of executive orders into action and proposed 25% tariffs on products from Canada and Mexico. [WHYY]
Elections
- PA reported 1,959,702 mail-in ballots last election, but state law bars counting those with incorrect or missing envelope dates. An NAACP lawsuit, if overturned by the Supreme Court, could boost accepted ballot totals.. [DemocracyDocket]
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Tax fatigue rises with a 23% hike in Delaware, 36% in Allegheny, and beyond.
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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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