Taxes & Economy

Democratic Sweep Isn’t a Vote for Socialism

  • Nathan Benefield
  • November 6, 2026

Originally published by PennLive. On Nov. 3, voters gave Democrats control of Congress (including flipping four seats in Pennsylvania) and the U.S. Senate. Gov. Josh Shapiro…

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Education

School District Reserve Funds Remain Bloated

  • Jacob Custer
  • September 23, 2026

Overview Pennsylvania school districts hold $12.9 billion in reserve funds, including $7.2 billion in general fund reserves. Public school districts receive more than $23,800 per student—among the highest in the…

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Education

Who Holds Pennsylvania’s Public Schools Accountable?

  • Rachel Langan
  • September 8, 2026

Originally published by PennLive. A recent PennLive article asks, “Who holds Pennsylvania’s private schools accountable?” That question is easy to answer: parents. Does the…

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State Budget

Yes, Gov. Shapiro’s Budget Raises Taxes

  • Nathan Benefield
  • February 12, 2026

Originally published by PennLive. In his campaign-style budget address, Gov. Josh Shapiro claimed his budget neither enacts any new taxes nor requires future tax…

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