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With attacks on voting, abortion access, GOP looks to post-Wolf era. Are Dems ready? | Friday Morning Coffee
Voter suppression. Attacks on abortion rights. And science denial. The 2022 campaign matters more than ever.
Let’s work for – not against – women’s health in 2021-22 | Opinion
Let’s craft, discuss and pass legislation that helps all women, all children, all families.
Pa. lawmakers renew bipartisan push on behalf of incarcerated women | Friday Morning Coffee
“Just because a woman has been incarcerated does not mean the state is not obligated to treat her with dignity,” Rep. Tina Davis, D-Bucks, said.
It’s time to unlock higher education for Pennsylvanians with records | Opinion
One study showed a dramatic reduction in recidivism among those with access to higher education. A bill now before the General Assembly would open the door to opporunity.
Wolf signs policing hiring and training reforms; more action awaits
Gov. Tom Wolf has signed two policing bills to reform officer hiring and training that were passed in the wake of statewide protests against police brutality.
Philly lawmaker’s bill aims to reduce Pa.’s disturbing maternal mortality rate | Thursday Morning Coffee
There were 11.4 deaths per 100,000 live births from 2012 to 2016. The rate was even higher among women of color.