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Top Story

1. Republicans Are Attempting to Boot Three Democratic Justices From the PA Supreme Court — and Dems Are Worried

PA Supreme Court

“Pennsylvania’s biggest race this election year won’t be on the primary ballot.

The candidates won’t have political parties listed. And they can’t even campaign to say what they will do if reelected.

Three justices on the state Supreme Court are up for retention in November, when voters will decide whether the judges should be retained for another 10-year term in what historically is an apolitical, low-turnout affair.” (Philadelphia Inquirer)

Elsewhere

Trump Says He’ll Sign Order Aimed at Cutting Drug Prices By Up to 80%. “It was not immediately clear how the order would work and whether it would apply to Medicare or Medicaid.” (Axios)

John Fetterman’s Supporters and Critics in Braddock Say He Hasn’t Changed. “While some supporters and campaign donors say they’ve witnessed a rightward shift in Sen. John Fetterman, many with ties to the Democrat in Braddock, where he served as mayor and started his political rise, say he hasn’t changed much over the years — if at all. ” (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)

​​‘I’m In Good Health’: Questions Surround Fetterman’s Fitness For Office After Report. “New York Magazine’s article airing concerns about Sen. John Fetterman’s alleged health struggles was the kind of story that shifted a news cycle — a rare feat in 2025, considering it had little or nothing to do with President Donald Trump.” (Penn Capital-Star)

  • Senate Democrats Worried About Fetterman Discussing Ways to Help. (The Hill)
  • John Fetterman ‘Of Course’ Being Wooed by GOP Amid Liberal Backlash—Senator. (Newsweek)

 

State

2. Extra Money Offered This PA School District a Lifeline. Whether More Is Coming Is An Open Question

About Downtown Scranton | Schools, Demographics, Things to Do - Homes.com

“When Pennsylvania began sending hundreds of millions of dollars to its most underfunded public school districts last year, Erin Keating realized hers might finally get some breathing room.

Keating is the superintendent of Scranton School District. More than three-quarters of its 9,300 students qualify as low-income, and the district received the sixth-most supplemental funding in the commonwealth — $8.4 million in total.” (Spotlight PA)

Elsewhere

Pennsylvania’s Broadband Expansion Plans Stall Amid Federal Delays. “President Trump threatens to cut a Biden-era broadband expansion program, calling it ‘racist’ and ‘totally unconstitutional.’” (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)

Pisciottano Wants to Incentivize Investment in PA Steel With New Bill. “Mon Valley Sen. Nick Pisciottano, a first-term Democrat, said the legislation would reduce state sales tax for Pennsylvania-made steel and create a “two-tier tax credit” for investments made in Pennsylvania steel plants themselves.” (WESA)

Republicans in Pennsylvania Are Holding $156 Million in Solar Grants Hostage – Despite Massive Demand. “While Solar for All funds languish, the state continues to lag behind most of the nation when it comes to renewable energy.” (Fast Company)

 

Around The Commonwealth

3. As Western Pennsylvania Loses Residents, Counties Prepare For Future

Cashless system coming to Shenango Valley Shuttle Service | News | sharonherald.com

“Most of Western Pennsylvania will see sharp declines in population over the next 25 years, and communities are getting creative to fight it, including offering cash

Sharon and Hermitage in Mercer County are giving $5,000 each to households that move there, alongside other benefits such as YMCA memberships or access to a coworking space.

State officials now have a sense of urgency, too — the Rural Population Revitalization Commission, created last year by lawmakers, is tasked with recommending how to bring in and keep residents in rural areas.” (Pittsburgh Union Progress)

Elsewhere

‘Be Mad’: Arizona Sen. Ruben Gallego Rallies Bucks County Voters As Democrats Target Fitzpatrick. “U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego (D., Ariz.), a freshman senator who has already gained attention as a potential 2028 presidential contender, urged Bucks County voters to stay angry as he took questions from residents in one of Pennsylvania’s most critical swing districts Saturday.” (Philadelphia Inquirer)

Split Decision: As Gainey Claims Unity in Mayoral Race, Cracks Appear Among Democrats. “Speaking late last month at a Hill District rally, Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey claimed to be building “unprecedented unity” in his bid for a second term. That may be more wishful thinking than reality.” (Greensburg Tribune-Review)

Allentown Mayor’s Race Could Last Until November, As Democrat Seeks Republican Write-Ins. “Two-term Councilman Ed Zucal is looking to earn the Democratic Party’s nomination over incumbent Mayor Matt Tuerk in the May 20 primary. But Zucal could end up on the ballot in November even if he fails with his bid this month, as he’s actively seeking Republican write-in votes.” (LehighValleyNews)

Cognetti Seeks New Term As Challengers Abound. “As Democratic Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti seeks re-election, she’s facing another challenge from within her own party. Besides that, this time, the Republican Party — long in the minority in Scranton — has two candidates looking to end Cognetti’s City Hall reign at six years.” (WVIA)

What Are Top Priorities For Erie County Executive Candidates Ahead of the Primary? “Economic development. Emergency medical services. Business attraction. Child care. Erie County’s executive will face a number of issues in the next four years.” (Erie Times-News)

 

Editorial

4. Speak Your Mind

 

 

1 Thing

5. Boom Job: Digital Creator

Digital Creators vs. Influencers: What's the Difference? | Sprout Social

“The number of people with full-time equivalent jobs as digital creators in the U.S. jumped from 200,000 in 2020 to 1.5 million in 2024.

Why it matters: Creators — or influencers — are now the largest and fastest-growing segment of the 28.4 million internet-dependent jobs in the U.S.

Creator media revenue is growing five times the rate of the traditional media sector, the researchers found” (Axios)

 

 

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PA Weather
☀️ Conneaut Lake | Mostly Sunny, 81
☀️ Lebanon | Mostly Sunny, 80
☀️ Pittston | Sunny, 78

PA Sports
⚾ Phillies (24-16) | Cleveland 3-0 | Mon-Wed vs. St. Louis
⚾ Pirates (14-27) | Atlanta 4-3 | Mon-Wed vs. NY Mets
⚽ Union (7-2-3) | Columbus 2-2 | Wed vs. LA Galaxy

PA Money | Futures (as of 7:41 a.m.)
💰 Dow 🔼 +1,023.00 | NASDAQ 🔼 +795.00 | S&P 🔼 +175.00

📅  What’s Happening Today. The House convenes at 11 a.m. for a voting session, while the Senate gets underway at noon.

🔉  What We’re Hearing. President Donald Trump is issuing a flurry of early House Republican endorsements as he grows antsy about the midterms. His latest slate, issued Friday, includes Rep. John Joyce.

🗞️  The PoliticsPA Playbook is compiled by Steve Ulrich. To read in your browser, click here. Was this email forwarded to you? Subscribe for free.

 

Top Story

1. Republicans Are Attempting to Boot Three Democratic Justices From the PA Supreme Court — and Dems Are Worried

PA Supreme Court

“Pennsylvania’s biggest race this election year won’t be on the primary ballot.

The candidates won’t have political parties listed. And they can’t even campaign to say what they will do if reelected.

Three justices on the state Supreme Court are up for retention in November, when voters will decide whether the judges should be retained for another 10-year term in what historically is an apolitical, low-turnout affair.” (Philadelphia Inquirer)

Elsewhere

Trump Says He’ll Sign Order Aimed at Cutting Drug Prices By Up to 80%. “It was not immediately clear how the order would work and whether it would apply to Medicare or Medicaid.” (Axios)

John Fetterman’s Supporters and Critics in Braddock Say He Hasn’t Changed. “While some supporters and campaign donors say they’ve witnessed a rightward shift in Sen. John Fetterman, many with ties to the Democrat in Braddock, where he served as mayor and started his political rise, say he hasn’t changed much over the years — if at all. ” (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)

​​‘I’m In Good Health’: Questions Surround Fetterman’s Fitness For Office After Report. “New York Magazine’s article airing concerns about Sen. John Fetterman’s alleged health struggles was the kind of story that shifted a news cycle — a rare feat in 2025, considering it had little or nothing to do with President Donald Trump.” (Penn Capital-Star)

  • Senate Democrats Worried About Fetterman Discussing Ways to Help. (The Hill)
  • John Fetterman ‘Of Course’ Being Wooed by GOP Amid Liberal Backlash—Senator. (Newsweek)

 

State

2. Extra Money Offered This PA School District a Lifeline. Whether More Is Coming Is An Open Question

About Downtown Scranton | Schools, Demographics, Things to Do - Homes.com

“When Pennsylvania began sending hundreds of millions of dollars to its most underfunded public school districts last year, Erin Keating realized hers might finally get some breathing room.

Keating is the superintendent of Scranton School District. More than three-quarters of its 9,300 students qualify as low-income, and the district received the sixth-most supplemental funding in the commonwealth — $8.4 million in total.” (Spotlight PA)

Elsewhere

Pennsylvania’s Broadband Expansion Plans Stall Amid Federal Delays. “President Trump threatens to cut a Biden-era broadband expansion program, calling it ‘racist’ and ‘totally unconstitutional.’” (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)

Pisciottano Wants to Incentivize Investment in PA Steel With New Bill. “Mon Valley Sen. Nick Pisciottano, a first-term Democrat, said the legislation would reduce state sales tax for Pennsylvania-made steel and create a “two-tier tax credit” for investments made in Pennsylvania steel plants themselves.” (WESA)

Republicans in Pennsylvania Are Holding $156 Million in Solar Grants Hostage – Despite Massive Demand. “While Solar for All funds languish, the state continues to lag behind most of the nation when it comes to renewable energy.” (Fast Company)

 

Around The Commonwealth

3. As Western Pennsylvania Loses Residents, Counties Prepare For Future

Cashless system coming to Shenango Valley Shuttle Service | News | sharonherald.com

“Most of Western Pennsylvania will see sharp declines in population over the next 25 years, and communities are getting creative to fight it, including offering cash

Sharon and Hermitage in Mercer County are giving $5,000 each to households that move there, alongside other benefits such as YMCA memberships or access to a coworking space.

State officials now have a sense of urgency, too — the Rural Population Revitalization Commission, created last year by lawmakers, is tasked with recommending how to bring in and keep residents in rural areas.” (Pittsburgh Union Progress)

Elsewhere

‘Be Mad’: Arizona Sen. Ruben Gallego Rallies Bucks County Voters As Democrats Target Fitzpatrick. “U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego (D., Ariz.), a freshman senator who has already gained attention as a potential 2028 presidential contender, urged Bucks County voters to stay angry as he took questions from residents in one of Pennsylvania’s most critical swing districts Saturday.” (Philadelphia Inquirer)

Split Decision: As Gainey Claims Unity in Mayoral Race, Cracks Appear Among Democrats. “Speaking late last month at a Hill District rally, Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey claimed to be building “unprecedented unity” in his bid for a second term. That may be more wishful thinking than reality.” (Greensburg Tribune-Review)

Allentown Mayor’s Race Could Last Until November, As Democrat Seeks Republican Write-Ins. “Two-term Councilman Ed Zucal is looking to earn the Democratic Party’s nomination over incumbent Mayor Matt Tuerk in the May 20 primary. But Zucal could end up on the ballot in November even if he fails with his bid this month, as he’s actively seeking Republican write-in votes.” (LehighValleyNews)

Cognetti Seeks New Term As Challengers Abound. “As Democratic Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti seeks re-election, she’s facing another challenge from within her own party. Besides that, this time, the Republican Party — long in the minority in Scranton — has two candidates looking to end Cognetti’s City Hall reign at six years.” (WVIA)

What Are Top Priorities For Erie County Executive Candidates Ahead of the Primary? “Economic development. Emergency medical services. Business attraction. Child care. Erie County’s executive will face a number of issues in the next four years.” (Erie Times-News)

 

Editorial

4. Speak Your Mind

 

 

1 Thing

5. Boom Job: Digital Creator

Digital Creators vs. Influencers: What's the Difference? | Sprout Social

“The number of people with full-time equivalent jobs as digital creators in the U.S. jumped from 200,000 in 2020 to 1.5 million in 2024.

Why it matters: Creators — or influencers — are now the largest and fastest-growing segment of the 28.4 million internet-dependent jobs in the U.S.

Creator media revenue is growing five times the rate of the traditional media sector, the researchers found” (Axios)

 

 

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☀️ Come Monday, It’ll Be All Right.

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PA Weather
☀️ Conneaut Lake | Mostly Sunny, 81
☀️ Lebanon | Mostly Sunny, 80
☀️ Pittston | Sunny, 78

PA Sports
⚾ Phillies (24-16) | Cleveland 3-0 | Mon-Wed vs. St. Louis
⚾ Pirates (14-27) | Atlanta 4-3 | Mon-Wed vs. NY Mets
⚽ Union (7-2-3) | Columbus 2-2 | Wed vs. LA Galaxy

PA Money | Futures (as of 7:41 a.m.)
💰 Dow 🔼 +1,023.00 | NASDAQ 🔼 +795.00 | S&P 🔼 +175.00

📅  What’s Happening Today. The House convenes at 11 a.m. for a voting session, while the Senate gets underway at noon.

🔉  What We’re Hearing. President Donald Trump is issuing a flurry of early House Republican endorsements as he grows antsy about the midterms. His latest slate, issued Friday, includes Rep. John Joyce.

🗞️  The PoliticsPA Playbook is compiled by Steve Ulrich. To read in your browser, click here. Was this email forwarded to you? Subscribe for free.

 

Top Story

1. Republicans Are Attempting to Boot Three Democratic Justices From the PA Supreme Court — and Dems Are Worried

PA Supreme Court

“Pennsylvania’s biggest race this election year won’t be on the primary ballot.

The candidates won’t have political parties listed. And they can’t even campaign to say what they will do if reelected.

Three justices on the state Supreme Court are up for retention in November, when voters will decide whether the judges should be retained for another 10-year term in what historically is an apolitical, low-turnout affair.” (Philadelphia Inquirer)

Elsewhere

Trump Says He’ll Sign Order Aimed at Cutting Drug Prices By Up to 80%. “It was not immediately clear how the order would work and whether it would apply to Medicare or Medicaid.” (Axios)

John Fetterman’s Supporters and Critics in Braddock Say He Hasn’t Changed. “While some supporters and campaign donors say they’ve witnessed a rightward shift in Sen. John Fetterman, many with ties to the Democrat in Braddock, where he served as mayor and started his political rise, say he hasn’t changed much over the years — if at all. ” (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)

​​‘I’m In Good Health’: Questions Surround Fetterman’s Fitness For Office After Report. “New York Magazine’s article airing concerns about Sen. John Fetterman’s alleged health struggles was the kind of story that shifted a news cycle — a rare feat in 2025, considering it had little or nothing to do with President Donald Trump.” (Penn Capital-Star)

  • Senate Democrats Worried About Fetterman Discussing Ways to Help. (The Hill)
  • John Fetterman ‘Of Course’ Being Wooed by GOP Amid Liberal Backlash—Senator. (Newsweek)

 

State

2. Extra Money Offered This PA School District a Lifeline. Whether More Is Coming Is An Open Question

About Downtown Scranton | Schools, Demographics, Things to Do - Homes.com

“When Pennsylvania began sending hundreds of millions of dollars to its most underfunded public school districts last year, Erin Keating realized hers might finally get some breathing room.

Keating is the superintendent of Scranton School District. More than three-quarters of its 9,300 students qualify as low-income, and the district received the sixth-most supplemental funding in the commonwealth — $8.4 million in total.” (Spotlight PA)

Elsewhere

Pennsylvania’s Broadband Expansion Plans Stall Amid Federal Delays. “President Trump threatens to cut a Biden-era broadband expansion program, calling it ‘racist’ and ‘totally unconstitutional.’” (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)

Pisciottano Wants to Incentivize Investment in PA Steel With New Bill. “Mon Valley Sen. Nick Pisciottano, a first-term Democrat, said the legislation would reduce state sales tax for Pennsylvania-made steel and create a “two-tier tax credit” for investments made in Pennsylvania steel plants themselves.” (WESA)

Republicans in Pennsylvania Are Holding $156 Million in Solar Grants Hostage – Despite Massive Demand. “While Solar for All funds languish, the state continues to lag behind most of the nation when it comes to renewable energy.” (Fast Company)

 

Around The Commonwealth

3. As Western Pennsylvania Loses Residents, Counties Prepare For Future

Cashless system coming to Shenango Valley Shuttle Service | News | sharonherald.com

“Most of Western Pennsylvania will see sharp declines in population over the next 25 years, and communities are getting creative to fight it, including offering cash

Sharon and Hermitage in Mercer County are giving $5,000 each to households that move there, alongside other benefits such as YMCA memberships or access to a coworking space.

State officials now have a sense of urgency, too — the Rural Population Revitalization Commission, created last year by lawmakers, is tasked with recommending how to bring in and keep residents in rural areas.” (Pittsburgh Union Progress)

Elsewhere

‘Be Mad’: Arizona Sen. Ruben Gallego Rallies Bucks County Voters As Democrats Target Fitzpatrick. “U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego (D., Ariz.), a freshman senator who has already gained attention as a potential 2028 presidential contender, urged Bucks County voters to stay angry as he took questions from residents in one of Pennsylvania’s most critical swing districts Saturday.” (Philadelphia Inquirer)

Split Decision: As Gainey Claims Unity in Mayoral Race, Cracks Appear Among Democrats. “Speaking late last month at a Hill District rally, Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey claimed to be building “unprecedented unity” in his bid for a second term. That may be more wishful thinking than reality.” (Greensburg Tribune-Review)

Allentown Mayor’s Race Could Last Until November, As Democrat Seeks Republican Write-Ins. “Two-term Councilman Ed Zucal is looking to earn the Democratic Party’s nomination over incumbent Mayor Matt Tuerk in the May 20 primary. But Zucal could end up on the ballot in November even if he fails with his bid this month, as he’s actively seeking Republican write-in votes.” (LehighValleyNews)

Cognetti Seeks New Term As Challengers Abound. “As Democratic Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti seeks re-election, she’s facing another challenge from within her own party. Besides that, this time, the Republican Party — long in the minority in Scranton — has two candidates looking to end Cognetti’s City Hall reign at six years.” (WVIA)

What Are Top Priorities For Erie County Executive Candidates Ahead of the Primary? “Economic development. Emergency medical services. Business attraction. Child care. Erie County’s executive will face a number of issues in the next four years.” (Erie Times-News)

 

Editorial

4. Speak Your Mind

 

 

1 Thing

5. Boom Job: Digital Creator

Digital Creators vs. Influencers: What's the Difference? | Sprout Social

“The number of people with full-time equivalent jobs as digital creators in the U.S. jumped from 200,000 in 2020 to 1.5 million in 2024.

Why it matters: Creators — or influencers — are now the largest and fastest-growing segment of the 28.4 million internet-dependent jobs in the U.S.

Creator media revenue is growing five times the rate of the traditional media sector, the researchers found” (Axios)

 

 

Thank you for starting your Monday with us.
And reading the PoliticsPA Playbook

 

 

☀️ Come Monday, It’ll Be All Right.

🎶 Your Morning Pick-Me-Up. Let’s Dance. David Bowie for your Monday starter.

PA Weather
☀️ Conneaut Lake | Mostly Sunny, 81
☀️ Lebanon | Mostly Sunny, 80
☀️ Pittston | Sunny, 78

PA Sports
⚾ Phillies (24-16) | Cleveland 3-0 | Mon-Wed vs. St. Louis
⚾ Pirates (14-27) | Atlanta 4-3 | Mon-Wed vs. NY Mets
⚽ Union (7-2-3) | Columbus 2-2 | Wed vs. LA Galaxy

PA Money | Futures (as of 7:41 a.m.)
💰 Dow 🔼 +1,023.00 | NASDAQ 🔼 +795.00 | S&P 🔼 +175.00

📅  What’s Happening Today. The House convenes at 11 a.m. for a voting session, while the Senate gets underway at noon.

🔉  What We’re Hearing. President Donald Trump is issuing a flurry of early House Republican endorsements as he grows antsy about the midterms. His latest slate, issued Friday, includes Rep. John Joyce.

🗞️  The PoliticsPA Playbook is compiled by Steve Ulrich. To read in your browser, click here. Was this email forwarded to you? Subscribe for free.

 

Top Story

1. Republicans Are Attempting to Boot Three Democratic Justices From the PA Supreme Court — and Dems Are Worried

PA Supreme Court

“Pennsylvania’s biggest race this election year won’t be on the primary ballot.

The candidates won’t have political parties listed. And they can’t even campaign to say what they will do if reelected.

Three justices on the state Supreme Court are up for retention in November, when voters will decide whether the judges should be retained for another 10-year term in what historically is an apolitical, low-turnout affair.” (Philadelphia Inquirer)

Elsewhere

Trump Says He’ll Sign Order Aimed at Cutting Drug Prices By Up to 80%. “It was not immediately clear how the order would work and whether it would apply to Medicare or Medicaid.” (Axios)

John Fetterman’s Supporters and Critics in Braddock Say He Hasn’t Changed. “While some supporters and campaign donors say they’ve witnessed a rightward shift in Sen. John Fetterman, many with ties to the Democrat in Braddock, where he served as mayor and started his political rise, say he hasn’t changed much over the years — if at all. ” (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)

​​‘I’m In Good Health’: Questions Surround Fetterman’s Fitness For Office After Report. “New York Magazine’s article airing concerns about Sen. John Fetterman’s alleged health struggles was the kind of story that shifted a news cycle — a rare feat in 2025, considering it had little or nothing to do with President Donald Trump.” (Penn Capital-Star)

  • Senate Democrats Worried About Fetterman Discussing Ways to Help. (The Hill)
  • John Fetterman ‘Of Course’ Being Wooed by GOP Amid Liberal Backlash—Senator. (Newsweek)

 

State

2. Extra Money Offered This PA School District a Lifeline. Whether More Is Coming Is An Open Question

About Downtown Scranton | Schools, Demographics, Things to Do - Homes.com

“When Pennsylvania began sending hundreds of millions of dollars to its most underfunded public school districts last year, Erin Keating realized hers might finally get some breathing room.

Keating is the superintendent of Scranton School District. More than three-quarters of its 9,300 students qualify as low-income, and the district received the sixth-most supplemental funding in the commonwealth — $8.4 million in total.” (Spotlight PA)

Elsewhere

Pennsylvania’s Broadband Expansion Plans Stall Amid Federal Delays. “President Trump threatens to cut a Biden-era broadband expansion program, calling it ‘racist’ and ‘totally unconstitutional.’” (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)

Pisciottano Wants to Incentivize Investment in PA Steel With New Bill. “Mon Valley Sen. Nick Pisciottano, a first-term Democrat, said the legislation would reduce state sales tax for Pennsylvania-made steel and create a “two-tier tax credit” for investments made in Pennsylvania steel plants themselves.” (WESA)

Republicans in Pennsylvania Are Holding $156 Million in Solar Grants Hostage – Despite Massive Demand. “While Solar for All funds languish, the state continues to lag behind most of the nation when it comes to renewable energy.” (Fast Company)

 

Around The Commonwealth

3. As Western Pennsylvania Loses Residents, Counties Prepare For Future

Cashless system coming to Shenango Valley Shuttle Service | News | sharonherald.com

“Most of Western Pennsylvania will see sharp declines in population over the next 25 years, and communities are getting creative to fight it, including offering cash

Sharon and Hermitage in Mercer County are giving $5,000 each to households that move there, alongside other benefits such as YMCA memberships or access to a coworking space.

State officials now have a sense of urgency, too — the Rural Population Revitalization Commission, created last year by lawmakers, is tasked with recommending how to bring in and keep residents in rural areas.” (Pittsburgh Union Progress)

Elsewhere

‘Be Mad’: Arizona Sen. Ruben Gallego Rallies Bucks County Voters As Democrats Target Fitzpatrick. “U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego (D., Ariz.), a freshman senator who has already gained attention as a potential 2028 presidential contender, urged Bucks County voters to stay angry as he took questions from residents in one of Pennsylvania’s most critical swing districts Saturday.” (Philadelphia Inquirer)

Split Decision: As Gainey Claims Unity in Mayoral Race, Cracks Appear Among Democrats. “Speaking late last month at a Hill District rally, Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey claimed to be building “unprecedented unity” in his bid for a second term. That may be more wishful thinking than reality.” (Greensburg Tribune-Review)

Allentown Mayor’s Race Could Last Until November, As Democrat Seeks Republican Write-Ins. “Two-term Councilman Ed Zucal is looking to earn the Democratic Party’s nomination over incumbent Mayor Matt Tuerk in the May 20 primary. But Zucal could end up on the ballot in November even if he fails with his bid this month, as he’s actively seeking Republican write-in votes.” (LehighValleyNews)

Cognetti Seeks New Term As Challengers Abound. “As Democratic Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti seeks re-election, she’s facing another challenge from within her own party. Besides that, this time, the Republican Party — long in the minority in Scranton — has two candidates looking to end Cognetti’s City Hall reign at six years.” (WVIA)

What Are Top Priorities For Erie County Executive Candidates Ahead of the Primary? “Economic development. Emergency medical services. Business attraction. Child care. Erie County’s executive will face a number of issues in the next four years.” (Erie Times-News)

 

Editorial

4. Speak Your Mind

 

 

1 Thing

5. Boom Job: Digital Creator

Digital Creators vs. Influencers: What's the Difference? | Sprout Social

“The number of people with full-time equivalent jobs as digital creators in the U.S. jumped from 200,000 in 2020 to 1.5 million in 2024.

Why it matters: Creators — or influencers — are now the largest and fastest-growing segment of the 28.4 million internet-dependent jobs in the U.S.

Creator media revenue is growing five times the rate of the traditional media sector, the researchers found” (Axios)

 

 

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