The PFT Fails Philly’s Students and Teachers

Matthew Brouillette
October 28, 2014

PFT claims to stand up for the teachers and children of Philadelphia, but the facts show otherwise. It's time to prioritize the needs of students over the union's self-interest. …

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Election 2014: What are the Real Adult Issues?

Nathan Benefield
October 27, 2014

Observers of the Pennsylvania governor’s race have been treated to a lot of adult-themed content in recent weeks, distracting from a discussion of the real policy differences between the candidates.

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Trailing in polls, GOP Pennsylvania governor paints opponent as tax-hiker

October 27, 2014

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Regulation

PLCB Ethics Scandal (Again)

October 24, 2014

Pop quiz! What year is this headline from? A. 2014 B. 2013 C. 2012 D. 2011 E. All of the above. If you answered E., you…

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Education

Can Your Family Bear the Burden of Tax Increases?

October 24, 2014

Can you afford to lose the equivalent of a mortgage payment? How about four? Given a possible 188 percent increase in the state income tax rate to pay for Tom…

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Health Care

Huge Premium Hikes Expected in PA Exchange

Elizabeth Stelle
October 24, 2014

Premiums are poised to rise significantly in Pennsylvania in year two of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Three insurers announced this week that they are seeking premium increases of…

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Public Union Democracy

What are Their Priorities?

October 24, 2014

At at time when teachers are complaining about having to buy school supplies for their students, the Pennsylvania State Education Association (PSEA) reported spending $3,764,154 from union dues…

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Education

Victory for Student Safety

James Paul
October 23, 2014

In an important step for safety in the classroom, the Pennsylvania legislature passed a bill that will put an end to the abhorrent practice of “passing the…

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Education

Video: There’s No Magic Money Tree

October 23, 2014

From education to health care to public pensions, it seems like the answer to every problem—for some—is always more spending. But where does that money come from? And why doesn’t…

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