Black Lives Matter Is Inspiring Young People to Register to Vote. Could They Swing the Election?
Beyond demanding an end to racial injustice, the protests have also offered an opportunity to register more people to vote.
Beyond demanding an end to racial injustice, the protests have also offered an opportunity to register more people to vote.
Nearly half of low-income Philadelphians live in areas with unaffordable water bills.
“We need the Pennsylvania General Assembly and Congress to catch up with the courts and citizens of our commonwealth and nation."
While there might not be the usual parades, parties, and panel discussions, Pride Month didn’t go anywhere.
In April, Rep. Matthew Bradford, a Democrat, attempted to help frontline workers by proposing an amendment to a Republican bill that, if passed, would have increased the minimum wage for essential workers to $15 an hour.
There are still ways to contribute to the movement to fight police brutality and systemic racism if you can’t physically be present at the demonstrations.
“We move toward ending racism and promoting healing while keeping Pennsylvanians safe,” the governor said.
“Whoever knew this in the Republican leadership and did not inform the broader membership and staff, they need to resign immediately."
"I believe that Joe Biden is the strong, steady, leader who can best heal our deep divides and enact legislation to lift up all working Pennsylvanians.”
“This measure will be a valuable economic lifeline that will help Pennsylvania businesses struggling with financial hardships during this pandemic.”