March Madness, ObamaCare style

Health care has been dominating the headlines this week, which says something considering everything that is going on in Pennsylvania politically (petitions, petition challenges, the drawing of ballot positions, Bonusgate, etc.).

For those of you keeping score at home, the Democrats are in control of the White House, have a near super majority in the U.S. Senate (and had one until January), and have a huge majority in the U.S. House. So why are they…

Westmoreland Co Dems endorse Wagner

By JACK WAGNER FOR GOVERNOR

GREENSBURG (Mar. 20, 2010) – The Westmoreland County Democratic Committee has announced its endorsement of Auditor General Jack Wagner for Governor.

“The Auditor General spoke, and the Westmoreland County Democratic Committee members were greatly impressed with his presentation and message,” said Dante Bertani, Chair of the Committee.  “He spoke with passion, conviction, and expertise, and his insistence that government needs serious reform is fundamental to Democrats winning in November.”

“Jack…

Catholic group wants Carney, Dahlkemper to support health legislation

With Democratic leaders in Washington expecting the House to vote on health care reform legislation over the weekend, the group Catholics United was airing TV ads that sought to refute claims that the bill eases restrictions on federal funding for abortion, while calling on pro-life Democrats Chris Carney and Kathy Dahlkemper to support reform.

“As a pro-life Catholic, I call on Congresswoman Dahlkemper to do what’s best for hard-working Pennsylvanians and support reform,” Erie Sister…

BALLOT CHALLENGE UPDATE: Hearings scheduled, one case closed

While we continue to look into some of the more high-profile ballot challenges, here are some updates.

A petition to keep Republican Jean Craige Pepper of the primary ballot for Lieutenant Governor has already been set aside. We’re still trying to figure out exactly why, but from a quick review of court documents, it looks like the complaint was simply withdrawn. That means a whopping nine Republicans will indeed vie for GOP votes for Lt.…

Ironworkers Endorse Trivedi in Pennsylvania 6th Congressional Race

By TRIVEDI FOR CONGRESS

Philadelphia – In the race for the Democratic nomination in Pennsylvania’s Sixth district, the Ironworkers Local Union 401 has endorsed Manan Trivedi.

“Manan Trivedi is the only candidate in this race who has created and released a comprehensive jobs plan, and has demonstrated to our membership that he understands the needs of working families,” said Ironworkers Secretary Treasurer, Joseph Dougherty.  “We need more members of Congress like Manan who will stand…

Wall Street banks should pay to restore American jobs

Kelle Sallard is angry. In July of last year she achieved her lifelong goal of purchasing her first home in Upper Darby, just outside Philadelphia. Then, a mere four months later, her employer, Verizon, faced with an abysmal economy, laid her off along with several hundred others throughout the state of Pennsylvania. Today, squeezing by on unemployment while applying for jobs, Kelle struggles to keep up with her mortgage and is falling behind on her…

Rasmussen: Corbett’s still winning

Another week, another poll that shows Republican Attorney General Tom Corbett leading his Democratic rivals for governor.

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Beaver County Dems back Jack

By JACK WAGNER FOR GOVERNOR

MONACA (Mar. 19, 2010) – The Beaver County Democratic Committee has announced its endorsement of Auditor General Jack Wagner for Governor.

“The committee chose to back Jack because they believe he is the strongest candidate to win in November,” said Dr. Mike Sisk, Chair of the Beaver County Democratic Committee.  “The values he holds, the successes he’s had throughout his career, and his knowledge and experience in local and state…

Jones blasts Carlineo for ballot challenge

Republican James Jones is lashing out at 8th District primary opponent Gloria Carlineo for her campaign’s challenge of his nominating petitions, calling it a “waste of time and resources.”

Carlineo’s campaign coordinator Kelly Unger filed the challenge to keep Jones off the ballot earlier this week. Jones is one of several Republicans seeking the party’s nod to take on Congressman Patrick Murphy (D-8).

Jones also called hypocrisy on Carlineo, a local party committeewoman who has…

Meehan petition gatherers want a Lentz apology

MEDIA—Allegations that Republicans who gathered signatures for Pat Meehan’s congressional campaign submitted fraudulent nominating petitions are “reckless” and “false,” four people who were accused of the impropriety in a recent ballot challenge said Thursday.

“These allegations can only have been made to harm my reputation and dissuade me and others from supporting Pat Meehan’s candidacy,” said Jeff Rudolph, a local businessman and member of the Springfield Board of Commissioners.

Rudolph’s prepared remarks were given during…