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Looking at polls, conservatives raise red flags over Gov. Tom Corbett's electoral fortunes.
Capitol Ideas with John L. MicekIt's no secret that Gov. Tom Corbett has always had problems with Pennsylvania's conservative movement. From his notorious "living document" comments about the state Constitution during a 2010 primary debate to right-wing gripes that he wasn't going far... -
Tort reform hopes in Pennsylvania may be in a guillotine chokehold
Just when things were looking up for state reforms aimed at rambunctious litigation, along comes a controversial new lawsuit, filed by one of the newest members of the Pennsylvania Legislature. State Rep. Marty Flynn, D-Lackawanna County, sworn into...Tags: Trials, Litigation, Pennsylvania General Assembly, Lawyers, Sports
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PA lottery privatization deal raises concerns
For years, there have been demands that Pennsylvania join the civilized world by privatizing its retail liquor operation. State stores are a vestige of the frenzy at the repeal of Prohibition in 1933, when it was felt that letting people choose for...
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Rendell talks U.S. Transportation Secretary post
Call Washington BureauFormer Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell, who seems to have a million jobs these days, brushed aside - as only a politician could - a question about him serving in the Obama administration cabinet as the next U.S. Transportation Secretary. Asked about taking...Tags: Michael Bloomberg, POLITICO LLC, Car Repair and Maintenance Tips, Highway Transportation, Arnold Schwarzenegger
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First time without local representation in decades
Daily American Staff WriterIt is truly the end of an era. U.S. Rep. Mark Critz's office in Johnstown is closed and in eight days — for the first time in nearly 50 years — the congressman representing the 12th Congressional District will not be from the Johnstown...Tags: John P Murtha, Mining, Environmental Issues, Environmental Politics, Elections
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A comeback for Ed Rendell?
Capitol Ideas with John L. MicekIs Former Gov. Ed Rendell ,,, mulling a comeback to elected politics? That's the tantalizing -- and hugely amusing -- prospect held out by our bloggy pals at Commonwealth Confidential. Here's a taste: "No Pennsylvania governor in modern history has...... -
Tuesday Morning Coffee: State lawmakers tackle juvenile sentencing laws.
Capitol Ideas with John L. MicekGood Tuesday Morning, Fellow Seekers. Welcome back to the first working day after the long bank holiday weekend. We hope it was both restful and productive. But because the news never sleeps, let's dive right into your handy, clip-and-save guide...... -
Where to watch the 2012 Democratic National Convention
Channel Guide MagazineWith the Republican National Convention winding down, it's the Democrats' turn to gather, with the Democratic National Convention taking place in Charlotte Sept. 4-6. There they are expected to formally nominate President Barack Obama and Vice President... -
Wednesday Morning Coffee: At the DNC, PA delegates build the case for Obama.
Capitol Ideas with John L. MicekGood Wednesday Morning, Fellow Seekers. The kids may be back in class, but here in the seat of power, things are still as quiet as a middle school in deepest August. Lawmakers don't return to session for couple more weeks,...... -
Hambone Mayor
Blogging with Bill WhiteDid anyone else notice the Allentown Mayor Ed Pawlowski stationed himself behind Ed Rendell for the former governor's interview on CNN Thursday night? They were asking Rendell about President Obama's speech and there was Pawlowski, positioned so that he... -
Friday Morning Coffee: The weekend warmup.
Capitol Ideas with John L. MicekGood Friday Morning, Fellow Seekers. The cliches have been test-driven. The soundbites have been refined. And the themes have been articulated. And, most importantly, conventioneers have supped on food and gorged on tchotkes paid for by the gigantic... -
Arlen Specter laid to rest, remembered as fighter.
Capitol Ideas with John L. MicekIn 1980, when Arlen Specter was contemplating a run for the U.S. Senate in Pennsylvania, his son Shanin tried to discourage him. After years of political defeats, the younger Specter worried that his father would be humiliated at the polls.......
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Oct 16, 2012
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