Once Upon A Turnpike

Once upon a turnpike

It’s like a recurring bad dream. A new year, a new turnpike toll hike. Now, driving the length of the highway costs upwards of $65.70—not counting the return trip. Only, this nightmare is real. We know the usual suspects: infrastructure…

News & Brews March 9, 2026

News & Brews March 9, 2026

Get News & Brews in your inbox each day: Subscribe here! 'National donors fuel Shapiro’s war chest’ We’ve been highlighting for years how national Democrats prioritize Pennsylvania’s state-level races by pouring out-of-state money into these races—including from the millionaires and…

News & Brews March 6, 2026

News & Brews March 6, 2026

Get News & Brews in your inbox each day: Subscribe here! Shapiro joins tariff lawsuit against Trump Marking the 21st time since Trump took office last year that Gov. Shapiro has filed or joined a lawsuit against the president, Shapiro…

News & Brews March 5, 2026

News & Brews March 5, 2026

Get News & Brews in your inbox each day: Subscribe here! PennDOT’s use of ‘opt-out’ on voter changes raises questions Broad + Liberty reports that PennDOT is continuing to use a questionable “opt-out” form that automatically updates voter registration information…

News & Brews March 4, 2026

News & Brews March 4, 2026

Get News & Brews in your inbox each day: Subscribe here! Shapiro’s donations draw scrutiny An Inquirer headline this morning reads, “As Josh Shapiro seeks reelection, his business-friendly brand has drawn millions from CEOs — including some with interests in…

Winning Edge #69 – Breaking A Wave

Winning Edge #69 – Breaking a wave

Winning Edge gives you the tools you need to lead and influence in the political and policy arenas. Every other week, Winning Edge releases short (approximately 5-minute) spots—or “snacks”—focused on one of four areas: fundraising, media, policy, or persuasion. Listen…

News & Brews March 3, 2026

News & Brews March 3, 2026

Get News & Brews in your inbox each day: Subscribe here! Philly on ‘short list’ to host DNC in 2028 The Inquirer reports that along with Boston, Atlanta, Chicago, and Denver, Philadelphia is under consideration to host the 2028 Democratic…

News & Brews March 2, 2026

News & Brews March 2, 2026

Get News & Brews in your inbox each day: Subscribe here! Pa. elected officials react to strike on Iran Following the joint U.S.-Israel strike on Iran, elected officials across the state issued statements on the action. Gov. Shapiro, while acknowledging…

News & Brews February 27, 2026

News & Brews February 27, 2026

Get News & Brews in your inbox each day: Subscribe here! Shapiro’s changing message on boys in girls’ sports Writing in RealClear Pennsylvania, historian and journalist Oliver Bateman notes that a new billboard in Scranton takes aim at Gov. Josh…

News & Brews February 26, 2026

News & Brews February 26, 2026

Get News & Brews in your inbox each day: Subscribe here! Shapiro for president? Pa. voters are divided A new Quinnipiac poll shows that while Gov. Josh Shapiro enjoys high job approval among Pa. voters and is currently leading state…

News & Brews February 25, 2026

News & Brews February 25, 2026

Get News & Brews in your inbox each day: Subscribe here! Shapiro’s land grab brings local tension The Inquirer dives into Gov. Josh and Lori Shapiro’s attempt to seize part of their neighbors’ property, noting the dispute has “jolted [Shapiro’s]…