News
Now that the political fault lines are clear for the next two years in Pennsylvania’s state government, it is worth considering what Democrats may do with their newfound power.
The AP Voter Poll shows about 7 in 10 voters under 30 supported Democrats in local congressional races. That was a dramatic shift from 2024.
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.
Opinion
The question is, could the Democrats, having seen time and time again how unpopular the "Forever Wars" are, finally break with them?
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.
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
Now that the political fault lines are clear for the next two years in Pennsylvania’s state government, it is worth considering what Democrats may do with their newfound power.
The AP Voter Poll shows about 7 in 10 voters under 30 supported Democrats in local congressional races. That was a dramatic shift from 2024.
The question is, could the Democrats, having seen time and time again how unpopular the "Forever Wars" are, finally break with them?
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.
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- 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.