“For far too long, Pennsylvania’s public transit systems have been underfunded and underappreciated by politicians in Harrisburg,” Senator Collett said at a rally Wednesday.
Juneteenth became a federal holiday in the U.S. in 2021 but has been celebrated in Texas since 1866.
“We are living in a moment where public servants are being targeted for doing their jobs. That is not democracy. That is terrorism,” said Kenyatta.
“It has been painful to watch one group of refugees, selected in a highly unusual manner, receive preferential treatment over many others who have been waiting in refugee camps or dangerous conditions for years,” said Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe.
“We’re absolutely in a public health crisis of epic proportions. We’re in a situation where there are reproductive health care deserts, not just abortion care deserts,” said National Abortion Federation President and CEO Brittany Fonteno.
A possible 24-acre condominium development could be on the horizon for a property owned by the Bucks County Historical Society.
As part of a civics project, a group of citizens gather to discuss pre-canvassing, early voting, and ID requirements. Their deliberations could shape pending legislation.
Reporting intern Naomi Weiss interviewed protesters.
The “No Kings” rallies were organized in nearly 2,000 locations nationwide, including cities, towns, and community spaces.
Philly-based Sug Daniels kicks off the new concert season on May 7.
Follow us on twitter.