August 30: How Tight It Is
One response makes a difference in PA Poll. Here is the PoliticsPA Playbook
August 30, 2024
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One response makes a difference in PA Poll. Here is the PoliticsPA Playbook
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PA Weather
☀️ Carnegie | Sunny, 92
☁️ Elliottsburg | Cloudy, patchy drizzle, 71
🌂 Conshohocken | Mostly Cloudy, scattered showers, 75
PA Sports
⚾ Phillies (79-55) | Atlanta 5-4 | Fri-Sun vs. Atlanta
⚾ Pirates (62-71) | Cubs 10-14 | Fri-Sun vs. Cleveland | Mon vs. Cubs
⚽ Union (6-9-11) | Sat vs. NY Red Bulls
🏈 Penn State (0-0) | Sat vs. West Virginia
🏈 Pitt (0-0) | Sat vs. Kent State
🏈 Temple (0-0) | Fri vs. Oklahoma
👂 What We’re Hearing. Dave McCormick has agreed to debate Sen. Bob Casey Jr. on October 3 in Harrisburg. No word from the Casey camp if it has signed on as well.
🎂 Happy Birthday. Cake and candles for Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon and Rep. Morgan Cephas. Early returns for Reps. Christina Sappey and Tarah Probst (Sat.), as well as Sen. Kim Ward and Reps. Torren Ecker and Stephenie Scialabba (Mon.).
🗞️ You Asked for PA News. We Deliver. Where can you find all the latest news on what’s happening in Keystone State politics? Sign up for the PoliticsPA Playbook. We’ll deliver all the latest headlines in an easy-to-read format every weekday at 8 AM. And it’s free. Add your name to the list and subscribe now.
“We all knew that the race for the presidency in Pennsylvania would be tight. And the recent poll from Emerson College shows just how tight it will be.
In a survey of 950 likely Keystone State voters, 459 indicated they would vote for Vice President Kamala Harris while 458 favored former President Donald Trump.
That works out to 48-48% with just two percent stating that they were undecided as to whom to cast their vote for in November.” (PoliticsPA)
Elsewhere
‘Center of the World’: Trump’s Rally Brings Political Spotlight to Johnstown. “Pennsylvania’s status as a key swing state in recent presidential elections, Johnstown’s Rust Belt story and the region’s rich political history have combined to make the city a popular stopping point for candidates on the campaign trail.” (Tribune-Democrat)
Casey and McCormick Battle Over Fentanyl and Fact-Checking In Pennsylvania’s U.S. Senate Race. “The desire to sum up an issue with an easily digestible visual, instead of a wall of text, is powerful. But a preference for easily digestible summaries over nuanced discussion may have gotten our politics in this mess in the first place. For proof, you need look no further than the debate over fentanyl in Pennsylvania’s marquee U.S. Senate race.” (WESA Politics)
Where Do Different Ideas of Masculinity Fit Into the Presidential Election? ““The irony is that this was supposed to be an election about women and about women’s rights. And of course, it still is.” Richard Reeves says, “But it’s striking to me how much of the debate and so much of the performance, almost of the election so far, has actually been about competing views about masculinity and manhood.”” (NPR)
“Vice President Kamala Harris told CNN during her first formal interview as the Democratic presidential nominee that she would not ban fracking.
Why it matters: Her comments that her “values” on climate remain intact despite backing off key positions in her 2019 presidential run mark the first time she has directly addressed the changes to her positions as the 2024 Democratic nominee.
Between the lines: A fracking ban has never truly been in the offing as it would take an act of Congress that’s not in the cards any time soon.” (Axios)
Elsewhere
PA-17 Ad Watch. “The first TV ads of the season are up for Pennsylvania’s 17th Congressional District. Freshman Democratic incumbent Chris Deluzio faces off against GOP challenger Rep. Rob Mercuri in a race that Republicans hope can be flipped and add to their majority in Washington.” (PoliticsPA)
PA-08: Bresnahan Donated to Cartwright’s Last Campaign in 2022. “Two years before running for the seat of the current 8th District congressman from Moosic, Bresnahan, of Dallas Twp., the CEO of his family’s business, Kuharchik Construction, gave $2,000 to Cartwright’s campaign, according to Federal Election Commission documents.” (Scranton Times-Tribune)
PA Voters Say Inflation Is Their Top Issue. So Why Are They Backing Harris Over Trump? “Despite Pennsylvanians consistently listing inflation as one of the top issues in the 2024 election, polls show Democrat Vice President Kamala Harris and U.S. Sen. Bob Casey Jr. either tied or leading Republicans Donald Trump and Dave McCormick. It’s a conundrum for pollsters and political strategists.” (DV Journal)
Abortion, Climate Change Cases Await Decisions From PA’s Highest Courts. “The state Supreme Court often has the final say on major policy decisions that affect virtually every Pennsylvanian, from no-excuse mail voting to the commonwealth’s congressional map. However, the seven justices have few hard deadlines and can take years to render their opinions on critical issues.” (Spotlight PA)
Podcast: Eugene DePasquale Is Running. “Diet, exercise, politics and policy with Attorney General candidate Eugene DePasquale. Hear how this marathoner is running his toughest race yet.” (Kitchen Table Politics)
“Jim Wertz spent his early professional years behind a camera before moving to the head of the class as a professor at Edinboro (now PennWest) University.
Now, he steps on center stage as a political candidate who could help turn the Pennsylvania Senate from red to blue.” (PoliticsPA)
Elsewhere
Harris Campaign Opens 50th PA Office, Aims to Cut Trump’s Advantage In Rural Counties. “As the presidential candidates eye a busy Labor Day weekend in Pennsylvania, the Harris campaign will be opening its 50th campaign office in the state, dwarfing the Trump campaign’s presence.” (PennLive)
Nippon Steel Boosts Capital Commitment to US Steel Plants. “Nippon Steel Corp. raised its capital commitment Thursday by more than $1 billion to spend on U.S. Steel’s plants amid entrenched political and labor opposition to the Japanese company’s nearly $15 billion acquisition of the iconic American steelmaker.” (AP)
Local Governments Need 12K People to Function. Experts Say You Could Be One of Them. “Local governments of all sizes require committed leaders and staff to keep their communities running smoothly, but problems can arise when they don’t have the right people to do the job.” (Spotlight PA)
“A six-year-old from Swoyersville now holds a national title for his hairdo, and his fundraising skills are just as impressive as his curls.
While garnering votes for the competition, Kamden Cunningham raised roughly $6,500 for Jared Allen’s Homes for Wounded Warriors. The organization builds new houses for injured veterans. Tens of thousands of people entered the contest and raised about $150,000 total.
Kamden, who nicknamed his mullet “The Kammander,” had a photoshoot and an event called “Kammander’s Final Konquest” to raise funds and awareness.” (WVIA)
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PA Weather
☀️ Carnegie | Sunny, 92
☁️ Elliottsburg | Cloudy, patchy drizzle, 71
🌂 Conshohocken | Mostly Cloudy, scattered showers, 75
PA Sports
⚾ Phillies (79-55) | Atlanta 5-4 | Fri-Sun vs. Atlanta
⚾ Pirates (62-71) | Cubs 10-14 | Fri-Sun vs. Cleveland | Mon vs. Cubs
⚽ Union (6-9-11) | Sat vs. NY Red Bulls
🏈 Penn State (0-0) | Sat vs. West Virginia
🏈 Pitt (0-0) | Sat vs. Kent State
🏈 Temple (0-0) | Fri vs. Oklahoma
👂 What We’re Hearing. Dave McCormick has agreed to debate Sen. Bob Casey Jr. on October 3 in Harrisburg. No word from the Casey camp if it has signed on as well.
🎂 Happy Birthday. Cake and candles for Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon and Rep. Morgan Cephas. Early returns for Reps. Christina Sappey and Tarah Probst (Sat.), as well as Sen. Kim Ward and Reps. Torren Ecker and Stephenie Scialabba (Mon.).
🗞️ You Asked for PA News. We Deliver. Where can you find all the latest news on what’s happening in Keystone State politics? Sign up for the PoliticsPA Playbook. We’ll deliver all the latest headlines in an easy-to-read format every weekday at 8 AM. And it’s free. Add your name to the list and subscribe now.
“We all knew that the race for the presidency in Pennsylvania would be tight. And the recent poll from Emerson College shows just how tight it will be.
In a survey of 950 likely Keystone State voters, 459 indicated they would vote for Vice President Kamala Harris while 458 favored former President Donald Trump.
That works out to 48-48% with just two percent stating that they were undecided as to whom to cast their vote for in November.” (PoliticsPA)
Elsewhere
‘Center of the World’: Trump’s Rally Brings Political Spotlight to Johnstown. “Pennsylvania’s status as a key swing state in recent presidential elections, Johnstown’s Rust Belt story and the region’s rich political history have combined to make the city a popular stopping point for candidates on the campaign trail.” (Tribune-Democrat)
Casey and McCormick Battle Over Fentanyl and Fact-Checking In Pennsylvania’s U.S. Senate Race. “The desire to sum up an issue with an easily digestible visual, instead of a wall of text, is powerful. But a preference for easily digestible summaries over nuanced discussion may have gotten our politics in this mess in the first place. For proof, you need look no further than the debate over fentanyl in Pennsylvania’s marquee U.S. Senate race.” (WESA Politics)
Where Do Different Ideas of Masculinity Fit Into the Presidential Election? ““The irony is that this was supposed to be an election about women and about women’s rights. And of course, it still is.” Richard Reeves says, “But it’s striking to me how much of the debate and so much of the performance, almost of the election so far, has actually been about competing views about masculinity and manhood.”” (NPR)
“Vice President Kamala Harris told CNN during her first formal interview as the Democratic presidential nominee that she would not ban fracking.
Why it matters: Her comments that her “values” on climate remain intact despite backing off key positions in her 2019 presidential run mark the first time she has directly addressed the changes to her positions as the 2024 Democratic nominee.
Between the lines: A fracking ban has never truly been in the offing as it would take an act of Congress that’s not in the cards any time soon.” (Axios)
Elsewhere
PA-17 Ad Watch. “The first TV ads of the season are up for Pennsylvania’s 17th Congressional District. Freshman Democratic incumbent Chris Deluzio faces off against GOP challenger Rep. Rob Mercuri in a race that Republicans hope can be flipped and add to their majority in Washington.” (PoliticsPA)
PA-08: Bresnahan Donated to Cartwright’s Last Campaign in 2022. “Two years before running for the seat of the current 8th District congressman from Moosic, Bresnahan, of Dallas Twp., the CEO of his family’s business, Kuharchik Construction, gave $2,000 to Cartwright’s campaign, according to Federal Election Commission documents.” (Scranton Times-Tribune)
PA Voters Say Inflation Is Their Top Issue. So Why Are They Backing Harris Over Trump? “Despite Pennsylvanians consistently listing inflation as one of the top issues in the 2024 election, polls show Democrat Vice President Kamala Harris and U.S. Sen. Bob Casey Jr. either tied or leading Republicans Donald Trump and Dave McCormick. It’s a conundrum for pollsters and political strategists.” (DV Journal)
Abortion, Climate Change Cases Await Decisions From PA’s Highest Courts. “The state Supreme Court often has the final say on major policy decisions that affect virtually every Pennsylvanian, from no-excuse mail voting to the commonwealth’s congressional map. However, the seven justices have few hard deadlines and can take years to render their opinions on critical issues.” (Spotlight PA)
Podcast: Eugene DePasquale Is Running. “Diet, exercise, politics and policy with Attorney General candidate Eugene DePasquale. Hear how this marathoner is running his toughest race yet.” (Kitchen Table Politics)
“Jim Wertz spent his early professional years behind a camera before moving to the head of the class as a professor at Edinboro (now PennWest) University.
Now, he steps on center stage as a political candidate who could help turn the Pennsylvania Senate from red to blue.” (PoliticsPA)
Elsewhere
Harris Campaign Opens 50th PA Office, Aims to Cut Trump’s Advantage In Rural Counties. “As the presidential candidates eye a busy Labor Day weekend in Pennsylvania, the Harris campaign will be opening its 50th campaign office in the state, dwarfing the Trump campaign’s presence.” (PennLive)
Nippon Steel Boosts Capital Commitment to US Steel Plants. “Nippon Steel Corp. raised its capital commitment Thursday by more than $1 billion to spend on U.S. Steel’s plants amid entrenched political and labor opposition to the Japanese company’s nearly $15 billion acquisition of the iconic American steelmaker.” (AP)
Local Governments Need 12K People to Function. Experts Say You Could Be One of Them. “Local governments of all sizes require committed leaders and staff to keep their communities running smoothly, but problems can arise when they don’t have the right people to do the job.” (Spotlight PA)
“A six-year-old from Swoyersville now holds a national title for his hairdo, and his fundraising skills are just as impressive as his curls.
While garnering votes for the competition, Kamden Cunningham raised roughly $6,500 for Jared Allen’s Homes for Wounded Warriors. The organization builds new houses for injured veterans. Tens of thousands of people entered the contest and raised about $150,000 total.
Kamden, who nicknamed his mullet “The Kammander,” had a photoshoot and an event called “Kammander’s Final Konquest” to raise funds and awareness.” (WVIA)
Thanks for starting your morning with us.
Please invite your friends
to subscribe to the PoliticsPA Playbook
💗 It’s Friday. I’m In Love. Just like you, we’re off on Monday to celebrate the great American worker on Labor Day. See you Tuesday.
PA Weather
☀️ Carnegie | Sunny, 92
☁️ Elliottsburg | Cloudy, patchy drizzle, 71
🌂 Conshohocken | Mostly Cloudy, scattered showers, 75
PA Sports
⚾ Phillies (79-55) | Atlanta 5-4 | Fri-Sun vs. Atlanta
⚾ Pirates (62-71) | Cubs 10-14 | Fri-Sun vs. Cleveland | Mon vs. Cubs
⚽ Union (6-9-11) | Sat vs. NY Red Bulls
🏈 Penn State (0-0) | Sat vs. West Virginia
🏈 Pitt (0-0) | Sat vs. Kent State
🏈 Temple (0-0) | Fri vs. Oklahoma
👂 What We’re Hearing. Dave McCormick has agreed to debate Sen. Bob Casey Jr. on October 3 in Harrisburg. No word from the Casey camp if it has signed on as well.
🎂 Happy Birthday. Cake and candles for Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon and Rep. Morgan Cephas. Early returns for Reps. Christina Sappey and Tarah Probst (Sat.), as well as Sen. Kim Ward and Reps. Torren Ecker and Stephenie Scialabba (Mon.).
🗞️ You Asked for PA News. We Deliver. Where can you find all the latest news on what’s happening in Keystone State politics? Sign up for the PoliticsPA Playbook. We’ll deliver all the latest headlines in an easy-to-read format every weekday at 8 AM. And it’s free. Add your name to the list and subscribe now.
“We all knew that the race for the presidency in Pennsylvania would be tight. And the recent poll from Emerson College shows just how tight it will be.
In a survey of 950 likely Keystone State voters, 459 indicated they would vote for Vice President Kamala Harris while 458 favored former President Donald Trump.
That works out to 48-48% with just two percent stating that they were undecided as to whom to cast their vote for in November.” (PoliticsPA)
Elsewhere
‘Center of the World’: Trump’s Rally Brings Political Spotlight to Johnstown. “Pennsylvania’s status as a key swing state in recent presidential elections, Johnstown’s Rust Belt story and the region’s rich political history have combined to make the city a popular stopping point for candidates on the campaign trail.” (Tribune-Democrat)
Casey and McCormick Battle Over Fentanyl and Fact-Checking In Pennsylvania’s U.S. Senate Race. “The desire to sum up an issue with an easily digestible visual, instead of a wall of text, is powerful. But a preference for easily digestible summaries over nuanced discussion may have gotten our politics in this mess in the first place. For proof, you need look no further than the debate over fentanyl in Pennsylvania’s marquee U.S. Senate race.” (WESA Politics)
Where Do Different Ideas of Masculinity Fit Into the Presidential Election? ““The irony is that this was supposed to be an election about women and about women’s rights. And of course, it still is.” Richard Reeves says, “But it’s striking to me how much of the debate and so much of the performance, almost of the election so far, has actually been about competing views about masculinity and manhood.”” (NPR)
“Vice President Kamala Harris told CNN during her first formal interview as the Democratic presidential nominee that she would not ban fracking.
Why it matters: Her comments that her “values” on climate remain intact despite backing off key positions in her 2019 presidential run mark the first time she has directly addressed the changes to her positions as the 2024 Democratic nominee.
Between the lines: A fracking ban has never truly been in the offing as it would take an act of Congress that’s not in the cards any time soon.” (Axios)
Elsewhere
PA-17 Ad Watch. “The first TV ads of the season are up for Pennsylvania’s 17th Congressional District. Freshman Democratic incumbent Chris Deluzio faces off against GOP challenger Rep. Rob Mercuri in a race that Republicans hope can be flipped and add to their majority in Washington.” (PoliticsPA)
PA-08: Bresnahan Donated to Cartwright’s Last Campaign in 2022. “Two years before running for the seat of the current 8th District congressman from Moosic, Bresnahan, of Dallas Twp., the CEO of his family’s business, Kuharchik Construction, gave $2,000 to Cartwright’s campaign, according to Federal Election Commission documents.” (Scranton Times-Tribune)
PA Voters Say Inflation Is Their Top Issue. So Why Are They Backing Harris Over Trump? “Despite Pennsylvanians consistently listing inflation as one of the top issues in the 2024 election, polls show Democrat Vice President Kamala Harris and U.S. Sen. Bob Casey Jr. either tied or leading Republicans Donald Trump and Dave McCormick. It’s a conundrum for pollsters and political strategists.” (DV Journal)
Abortion, Climate Change Cases Await Decisions From PA’s Highest Courts. “The state Supreme Court often has the final say on major policy decisions that affect virtually every Pennsylvanian, from no-excuse mail voting to the commonwealth’s congressional map. However, the seven justices have few hard deadlines and can take years to render their opinions on critical issues.” (Spotlight PA)
Podcast: Eugene DePasquale Is Running. “Diet, exercise, politics and policy with Attorney General candidate Eugene DePasquale. Hear how this marathoner is running his toughest race yet.” (Kitchen Table Politics)
“Jim Wertz spent his early professional years behind a camera before moving to the head of the class as a professor at Edinboro (now PennWest) University.
Now, he steps on center stage as a political candidate who could help turn the Pennsylvania Senate from red to blue.” (PoliticsPA)
Elsewhere
Harris Campaign Opens 50th PA Office, Aims to Cut Trump’s Advantage In Rural Counties. “As the presidential candidates eye a busy Labor Day weekend in Pennsylvania, the Harris campaign will be opening its 50th campaign office in the state, dwarfing the Trump campaign’s presence.” (PennLive)
Nippon Steel Boosts Capital Commitment to US Steel Plants. “Nippon Steel Corp. raised its capital commitment Thursday by more than $1 billion to spend on U.S. Steel’s plants amid entrenched political and labor opposition to the Japanese company’s nearly $15 billion acquisition of the iconic American steelmaker.” (AP)
Local Governments Need 12K People to Function. Experts Say You Could Be One of Them. “Local governments of all sizes require committed leaders and staff to keep their communities running smoothly, but problems can arise when they don’t have the right people to do the job.” (Spotlight PA)
“A six-year-old from Swoyersville now holds a national title for his hairdo, and his fundraising skills are just as impressive as his curls.
While garnering votes for the competition, Kamden Cunningham raised roughly $6,500 for Jared Allen’s Homes for Wounded Warriors. The organization builds new houses for injured veterans. Tens of thousands of people entered the contest and raised about $150,000 total.
Kamden, who nicknamed his mullet “The Kammander,” had a photoshoot and an event called “Kammander’s Final Konquest” to raise funds and awareness.” (WVIA)
Thanks for starting your morning with us.
Please invite your friends
to subscribe to the PoliticsPA Playbook
💗 It’s Friday. I’m In Love. Just like you, we’re off on Monday to celebrate the great American worker on Labor Day. See you Tuesday.
PA Weather
☀️ Carnegie | Sunny, 92
☁️ Elliottsburg | Cloudy, patchy drizzle, 71
🌂 Conshohocken | Mostly Cloudy, scattered showers, 75
PA Sports
⚾ Phillies (79-55) | Atlanta 5-4 | Fri-Sun vs. Atlanta
⚾ Pirates (62-71) | Cubs 10-14 | Fri-Sun vs. Cleveland | Mon vs. Cubs
⚽ Union (6-9-11) | Sat vs. NY Red Bulls
🏈 Penn State (0-0) | Sat vs. West Virginia
🏈 Pitt (0-0) | Sat vs. Kent State
🏈 Temple (0-0) | Fri vs. Oklahoma
👂 What We’re Hearing. Dave McCormick has agreed to debate Sen. Bob Casey Jr. on October 3 in Harrisburg. No word from the Casey camp if it has signed on as well.
🎂 Happy Birthday. Cake and candles for Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon and Rep. Morgan Cephas. Early returns for Reps. Christina Sappey and Tarah Probst (Sat.), as well as Sen. Kim Ward and Reps. Torren Ecker and Stephenie Scialabba (Mon.).
🗞️ You Asked for PA News. We Deliver. Where can you find all the latest news on what’s happening in Keystone State politics? Sign up for the PoliticsPA Playbook. We’ll deliver all the latest headlines in an easy-to-read format every weekday at 8 AM. And it’s free. Add your name to the list and subscribe now.
“We all knew that the race for the presidency in Pennsylvania would be tight. And the recent poll from Emerson College shows just how tight it will be.
In a survey of 950 likely Keystone State voters, 459 indicated they would vote for Vice President Kamala Harris while 458 favored former President Donald Trump.
That works out to 48-48% with just two percent stating that they were undecided as to whom to cast their vote for in November.” (PoliticsPA)
Elsewhere
‘Center of the World’: Trump’s Rally Brings Political Spotlight to Johnstown. “Pennsylvania’s status as a key swing state in recent presidential elections, Johnstown’s Rust Belt story and the region’s rich political history have combined to make the city a popular stopping point for candidates on the campaign trail.” (Tribune-Democrat)
Casey and McCormick Battle Over Fentanyl and Fact-Checking In Pennsylvania’s U.S. Senate Race. “The desire to sum up an issue with an easily digestible visual, instead of a wall of text, is powerful. But a preference for easily digestible summaries over nuanced discussion may have gotten our politics in this mess in the first place. For proof, you need look no further than the debate over fentanyl in Pennsylvania’s marquee U.S. Senate race.” (WESA Politics)
Where Do Different Ideas of Masculinity Fit Into the Presidential Election? ““The irony is that this was supposed to be an election about women and about women’s rights. And of course, it still is.” Richard Reeves says, “But it’s striking to me how much of the debate and so much of the performance, almost of the election so far, has actually been about competing views about masculinity and manhood.”” (NPR)
“Vice President Kamala Harris told CNN during her first formal interview as the Democratic presidential nominee that she would not ban fracking.
Why it matters: Her comments that her “values” on climate remain intact despite backing off key positions in her 2019 presidential run mark the first time she has directly addressed the changes to her positions as the 2024 Democratic nominee.
Between the lines: A fracking ban has never truly been in the offing as it would take an act of Congress that’s not in the cards any time soon.” (Axios)
Elsewhere
PA-17 Ad Watch. “The first TV ads of the season are up for Pennsylvania’s 17th Congressional District. Freshman Democratic incumbent Chris Deluzio faces off against GOP challenger Rep. Rob Mercuri in a race that Republicans hope can be flipped and add to their majority in Washington.” (PoliticsPA)
PA-08: Bresnahan Donated to Cartwright’s Last Campaign in 2022. “Two years before running for the seat of the current 8th District congressman from Moosic, Bresnahan, of Dallas Twp., the CEO of his family’s business, Kuharchik Construction, gave $2,000 to Cartwright’s campaign, according to Federal Election Commission documents.” (Scranton Times-Tribune)
PA Voters Say Inflation Is Their Top Issue. So Why Are They Backing Harris Over Trump? “Despite Pennsylvanians consistently listing inflation as one of the top issues in the 2024 election, polls show Democrat Vice President Kamala Harris and U.S. Sen. Bob Casey Jr. either tied or leading Republicans Donald Trump and Dave McCormick. It’s a conundrum for pollsters and political strategists.” (DV Journal)
Abortion, Climate Change Cases Await Decisions From PA’s Highest Courts. “The state Supreme Court often has the final say on major policy decisions that affect virtually every Pennsylvanian, from no-excuse mail voting to the commonwealth’s congressional map. However, the seven justices have few hard deadlines and can take years to render their opinions on critical issues.” (Spotlight PA)
Podcast: Eugene DePasquale Is Running. “Diet, exercise, politics and policy with Attorney General candidate Eugene DePasquale. Hear how this marathoner is running his toughest race yet.” (Kitchen Table Politics)
“Jim Wertz spent his early professional years behind a camera before moving to the head of the class as a professor at Edinboro (now PennWest) University.
Now, he steps on center stage as a political candidate who could help turn the Pennsylvania Senate from red to blue.” (PoliticsPA)
Elsewhere
Harris Campaign Opens 50th PA Office, Aims to Cut Trump’s Advantage In Rural Counties. “As the presidential candidates eye a busy Labor Day weekend in Pennsylvania, the Harris campaign will be opening its 50th campaign office in the state, dwarfing the Trump campaign’s presence.” (PennLive)
Nippon Steel Boosts Capital Commitment to US Steel Plants. “Nippon Steel Corp. raised its capital commitment Thursday by more than $1 billion to spend on U.S. Steel’s plants amid entrenched political and labor opposition to the Japanese company’s nearly $15 billion acquisition of the iconic American steelmaker.” (AP)
Local Governments Need 12K People to Function. Experts Say You Could Be One of Them. “Local governments of all sizes require committed leaders and staff to keep their communities running smoothly, but problems can arise when they don’t have the right people to do the job.” (Spotlight PA)
“A six-year-old from Swoyersville now holds a national title for his hairdo, and his fundraising skills are just as impressive as his curls.
While garnering votes for the competition, Kamden Cunningham raised roughly $6,500 for Jared Allen’s Homes for Wounded Warriors. The organization builds new houses for injured veterans. Tens of thousands of people entered the contest and raised about $150,000 total.
Kamden, who nicknamed his mullet “The Kammander,” had a photoshoot and an event called “Kammander’s Final Konquest” to raise funds and awareness.” (WVIA)
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