Even Democrats from outside the city are questioning Philly’s insider politics
Two state committee members cast protest votes against a replacement in Philly after “bait-and-switch” allegations.
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This state senator wants Pennsylvania to ban the outdated gay and trans ‘panic defense’
So far, California, Illinois, and Rhode Island prohibit the legal tactic. Sen. Farnese thinks Pa. should be next.
How candidates get on the ballot in PA — and how they get kicked off
Petition challenges can be pricey, but they usually cost less than a bruising primary fight.
Universal background checks failed by 1 vote, but gun control supporters could still win
Rep. Perry Warren of Bucks County plans to introduce his own background checks bill.
Stay informed: A complete guide to Philly’s contested state races in the 2018 election
Who's running, how much they've raised so far, and whether the district went Clinton or Trump.
A bill to kill the soda tax could divide Philly’s state lawmakers
The split does not follow party lines.
What’s behind the fight over Pennsylvania redistricting reform
Advocates want big-picture changes to the process. But time is running out before the next census.
Why PA’s controversial Berks detention center for immigrant families is still open
A chorus of legislators and Philadelphia City Council are calling for the Berks County facility's closure, as pressure mounts on Gov. Tom Wolf.
Where Philly’s state legislators stand on immigration
Rep. Martina White's office expects her bill with repercussions for "sanctuary cities" will get a vote this session.
Do you need photo ID to vote in PA? No, but there’s good reason for confusion
The state's 2012 voter ID law was found unconstitutional, but is still on the books.
How the latest PA budget proposal could ruin your SEPTA commute
Come January, you could be waiting a lot longer for that El.
Why the Black Lives Matter protest outside a Philly police officer’s home was not ‘illegal occupation’
Pa. Rep. Martina White’s claim differs from the city’s permit requirements.
2 Philly, PA pols on why they won’t stop trying to raise the minimum wage
A Q&A with Rep. Patty Kim and Councilwoman Helen Gym