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Party leaders and activists framed the results as a repudiation of Trump and of the Supreme Court's decision this year that gutted the Voting Rights Act and allowed Republican-led states to redistrict in a way that weakened Black congressional representation.
“This blue tsunami represents a clear mandate for Democratic priorities and an outright rejection of Republican extremism and division,” said Bucks County state Rep. Tina Davis, chairperson of the Pennsylvania House Democratic Campaign Committee.
Their success is the result of rebellion, energy, persistence, solidarity, courage, humor, non-violence, utopian aspirations, and strong bottom-up organization.
For-profit corporate water systems charged 82% more than local governments across the state, according to a new Food and Water Watch report. The average annual household bill from a private system was $1,172, while the average annual household bill from a local government system was $643.
Lancaster County in Pennsylvania has been the epicenter of the nation's worst measles outbreak in 35 years. It's also home to the largest Amish population in the U.S.
Opinion
Newtown's Steve Cickay recalls the parable of the starfish thrower to remind readers the power one individual can have in making a difference to another.
Thinking critically, challenging unsubstantiated claims, speaking out against federal government overreach, and voting to protect our constitutional rights are all within our power.
It’s time for our community in the 142nd District to have a representative in Harrisburg who understands working families.
This year's theme was "The Power of &," and it felt personal, writes Mindy Freeman.
The short answer: I am a supporter of public education, writes Laura Foster.
Education
The off-campus, Christian Bible education program has found its director and staff for their first Lower Bucks County chapter.
Anna Marks, Daphne Gao and Jay Kamdar are getting a participatory civics education outside of the classroom.
At 24-years-old, the youngest ever member and first Black man to serve on Bensalem's school board aims to put his skills to use for the community he grew up in.
The short answer: I am a supporter of public education, writes Laura Foster.
Lela Casey, one of the documentary series’ protagonists along with her daughter Evi, reflects on how a true story can still show only part of a much larger, more complicated experience.
Elections
In a surprise upset Tuesday, Bucks County Commissioner Harvie, a Falls Township native and former high school social studies teacher, routed Brian Fitzpatrick to represent Pennsylvania’s First Congressional District.
Party leaders and activists framed the results as a repudiation of Trump and of the Supreme Court's decision this year that gutted the Voting Rights Act and allowed Republican-led states to redistrict in a way that weakened Black congressional representation.
“Five words for the American people: Relief is on the way,” said Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer.
Five-term incumbent Republican Brian Fitzpatrick couldn't escape voters' displeasure with President Trump and the GOP's affordability crisis, the war on Iran, health care cuts, militarization of ICE, and more.
Election Day's expected "Blue Wave" could reshape political power both in the county and Harrisburg.
The world is watching to see whether the president leverages the vast resources of the federal government to interfere with the election.
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Recent Votes:
- H.R. 10866: Ronald Reagan Peace Through Strength Act of 2026 October 22, 2026Introduced: Sponsor: Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick [R-PA1] This bill was referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, House Committee on Ways and Means, and one other committee which will consider it before sending it to the House floor for consideration. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick [R-PA1] is a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. […]
- H.R. 10866: Ronald Reagan Peace Through Strength Act of 2026 October 22, 2026Bill Text: This bill's text is now available. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick [R-PA1] is the sponsor of this bill.
- H.R. 10818: Fire Service Workforce Stability Act of 2026 October 15, 2026Introduced: Sponsor: Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick [R-PA1] This bill was referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means which will consider it before sending it to the House floor for consideration. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick [R-PA1] is a member of the committee.
- H.R. 10818: Fire Service Workforce Stability Act of 2026 October 15, 2026Bill Text: This bill's text is now available. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick [R-PA1] is the sponsor of this bill.