The di-Carlo Effect

Quick note on Tom Corbett’s fundraising…

Knox has solid plans to improve the Pennsylvania budget

It’s not surprising that Tom Knox, the wealthy Philadelphia businessman and Democratic candidate for governor, has stated his concrete ideas to improve Pennsylvania’s budget.

In The Reading Eagle, reporter Mary E. Young covers Knox’s plans for the state’s beleaguered finances. The article has been

Suburban Snapshot hangs with Rob McCord

PHILADELPHIA—As a lifelong Republican and a current committeewoman, attending a Democratic fundraiser was another first in my political life.

So I had no idea what to expect when I attended a fundraiser here for state Treasurer Rob McCord, hosted by IBEW Local 98.

The fundraiser Wednesday night was at Octo Waterfront, the former Rock Lobster on Delaware Avenue. I walked in a little bit shy—yes, this reporter occasionally gets timid when it’s not a group…

EXCLUSIVE: Hoeffel will poll the gubernatorial race

In the strongest indication yet that he is

Scranton endorses Gerlach for guv

Former Lieutenant Governor Bill Scranton endorsed Congressman Jim Gerlach’s (R-6) gubernatorial candidacy Thursday, giving Gerlach the backing of a household name in the Republican Party.

Scranton, who was Lt. Gov. in the 1980s and whose father was governor in the 1960s, called Gerlach “the only candidate with the right experience and bold vision to lead Pennsylvania.”

“With his western Pennsylvania roots and more than 18 years of exemplary public service in southeastern Pennsylvania, Jim has…

Former Lieutenant Governor Bill Scranton Endorses Gerlach

By GERLACH FOR PA

(Exton, PA) – Former Pennsylvania Lieutenant Governor Bill Scranton announced today that he is endorsing Jim Gerlach in next year’s gubernatorial election. Scranton made history when he became the youngest elected lieutenant governor, serving with Gov. Dick Thornburgh, from 1979 to 1987.

“Jim Gerlach is the only candidate with the right experience and bold vision to lead Pennsylvania,” Scranton said. “With his western Pennsylvania roots and more than 18 years of…

Toomey-Sestak Health Policy Debate a Refreshing Change From Specter’s Opportunism and Distortions

By TOOMEY FOR SENATE

Allentown, PA – Yesterday, Rep. Joe Sestak and U.S. Senate candidate Pat Toomey had an informative exchange about the current health care proposals being debated in Washington.

Regarding the exchange, Mr. Toomey commented: “I think Joe Sestak and I would agree that having a candid debate about honest policy differences is a refreshing change from attempting to interact with Arlen Specter, whose position changes by the day.  Pennsylvanians deserve the kind…

Costello makes it official with the FEC

Republican Ryan Costello has made his Congressional candidacy official, filing paperwork with the Federal Election Commission to form a campaign committee.

His campaign for the 6th Congressional District made the announcement Thursday. Costello, the Chester County Recorder of Deeds, also

Costello goes online

Chester County Recorder of Deeds Ryan Costello launched his campaign Web site today for the 6th Congressional District race.

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Mixing up the ‘Aus’ countries

A stupid error today, which I need to acknowledge as always. In