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Post-presidential debate poll shows a shift in WI; Teamsters won't endorse in presidential race after releasing internal polling showing most members support Trump; IL energy jobs growth is strong but lacks female workers; Pregnant, Black Coloradans twice as likely to die than the overall population.

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The Teamsters choose not to endorse a presidential candidate, county officials in Texas fight back against state moves to limit voter registration efforts, and the FBI investigate suspicious packages sent to elections offices in at least 17 states.

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A USDA report shows a widening gap in rural versus urban health, a North Carolina county remains divided over a LGBTQ library display, and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz' policies are spotlighted after his elevation to the Democratic presidential ticket.

PA: Civic Engagement & Voting

The League of Women Voter of Pennsylvania, along with the Brennan Center for Justice, is part of a conversation today on safety at the polls ahead of the general election. (Adobe Stock)

Tuesday, September 17, 2024

PA group works to educate voters on deadlines, registration, mail-in ballots

As the November 5 general election fast approaches, there's a push for more voter education in the Keystone State. It's National Voter Registration …

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La Liga de Mujeres Votantes de Pensilvania, junto con el Brennan Center for Justice, es parte de una conversación hoy sobre la seguridad en las urnas antes de las elecciones generales. (Adobe Stock)

Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Grupos de PA educan a votantes sobre fechas límite, registro y boletas por correo

A medida que se acercan rápidamente las elecciones generales del 5 de noviembre, hay un impulso para una mayor educación de los votantes en …

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Disability health-care costs in Pennsylvania are more than $41 billion per year, or up to 37% of the state's health-care spending, according to the CDC. (Maria Vitkovska/Adobe)
Access for all: Making voting easier for Pennsylvanians with disabilities

Disability Voting Rights Week is an annual call to action that occurs during the second week of September. It focuses on advocacy, celebrating …

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Los costos de atención médica para personas con discapacidad en Pensilvania son más de $41.000 millones por año, o hasta el 37% del gasto en atención médica del estado, según el CDC. (Maria Vitkovska/Adobe)
Acceso para todos: facilitar la votación para residentes de PA con discapacidades

La Semana del Derecho al Voto de las Personas con Discapacidad es un llamado a la acción anual que ocurre durante la segunda semana de septiembre…

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In 2000, the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania ruled that the state law governing the voting rights of individuals convicted of a felony was unconstitutional. (rawpixel/Adobe)
PA group pushes voter registration, candidate information

As the general election nears, the battleground state of Pennsylvania is seeing a push for more voter education and engagement. More than 8 million …

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En 2000, la corte del Commonwealth en Pensilvania dictaminó que la ley estatal que regulaba los derechos de voto de las personas condenadas por un delito grave era inconstitucional. (píxel sin formato/Adobe)
Grupo de PA impulsa registro de votantes e información sobre candidatos

A medida que nos acercamos a las elecciones generales, en el disputado estado de Pensilvania, donde cada voto cuenta, se está viendo un impulso …

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In the Keystone State, Oct. 21 is the last day to register to vote before the Nov. 5 election. (vesperstock/Adobe Stock)
A call to reduce political rhetoric; embrace prayer, peace, unity

In a weekend turn of events that some saw as shocking, President Joe Biden told the nation he's dropping out of the presidential race rather than …

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En el estado de Keystone, el 21 de octubre es el último día para registrarse para votar antes de las elecciones del 5 de noviembre. (vesperstock/Adobe Stock)<br />
Un llamado a reducir la retórica política y abrazar la oración, la paz y la unidad

En un giro de acontecimientos que algunos vieron como impactante este fin de semana, el presidente Joe Biden dijo a la nación que abandona la …

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Los datos del Departamento de Salud de Pensilvania de 2020 muestran un alto índice de seguridad para los abortos, con solo 239 complicaciones reportadas de 32,123 procedimientos realizados. (Medios Longfin/Adobe Stock)
(In)Accesible: 'Cuando la vida en furgoneta se encuentra con el acceso al aborto '

En Pensilvania, una única camioneta móvil lleva recursos reproductivos a comunidades de todo el oeste de Pensilvania. Un nuevo podcast…

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According to the Stand Up America survey, abortion is the most important issue for Democrats and Independents, and there is a 30-point margin, 65%-35%, of voters believing abortion should be legal rather than illegal. (Drazen/Adobe)
New poll reveals Supreme Court appointments top concern for voters

This week, the U.S. Supreme Court awarded former President Donald Trump a significant win by giving him immunity from criminal prosecution for what …

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As of 2020, around 3.4 million individuals, which equated to approximately 26% of the total population of Pennsylvania at the time of 13.0 million residents, were living in the 48 counties considered rural areas within the state. (Synthex🇺🇦/AdobeStock)
Poll: Rural Pennsylvania voters overwhelmingly oppose bans on abortion

Pennsylvanian's general election takes place in November and a new poll from the Rural Democracy Initiative showed likely voters from rural areas of t…

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A new AARP Pennsylvania poll revealed incumbent Sen. Bob Casey, Jr., D-Penn., leads GOP challenger Dave McCormick, 48% to 44%, in a very competitive race. (Drazen/Adobe Stock)
Poll: Pennsylvanians 50+ to play major role in Nov. elections

A new poll for AARP Pennsylvania revealed candidates must focus on issues critical to voters age 50 and older ahead of the November elections…

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