Harrisburg Republicans push public integrity reforms
Incoming House leaders led by Speaker-designee Sam Smith push a public integrity agenda in Harrisburg. Proposals include online disclosure of campaign donations, stronger whistle blower protections for state workers, and a one year donor ban on contracts. Legislative steps to restore public trust begin in January.
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Harrisburg
Sam Smith
R-Jefferson
Smith
Senate
Reforms urged to shrink Pennsylvania Legislature and curb money in elections
The Philadelphia Inquirer urges fast moves to cut the Legislature size and consolidate departments. It calls for campaign finance limits, statewide redistricting reform, cleaner reapportionment rules, and stronger Sunshine Law coverage to restore public trust amid large donor influence in Harrisburg.
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The
Philadelphia Inquirer
WikiLeaks and the ethics of internet leaks debate
The piece debates the Wikileaks release of military and State Department documents, criticizing the unauthorized disclosures as dangerous to government operations while acknowledging arguments of accountability. It cites Bradley Manning, Julian Assange, and possible Espionage Act charges, reflecting on press ethics and the cyber security risks.
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Intiate
Wikileaks
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Bradley Manning
Army
Pentagon
Home of Freedom
Julian Assange
Sweden
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The
New York Times
the Times
Is the Mahoning harness casino project slipping away
Local officials have long backed a Mahoning Township harness race track and casino project in Lawrence County. Centaur Gaming owns the site but cannot finance completion, facing bankruptcy and a potential sale to American Harness Tracks that could move operations to Johnstown. Lawrence County Commissioner Dan Vogler defends support, but the state harness racing commission’s transparency and commitments may jeopardize the project, with possible legal fallout if activities stall.
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Pennsylvania
Lawrence County
Centaur Gaming
Centaur
American Harness Tracks
Johnstown
Carmen Shick
Shick
Pennsylvania Harness Racing Commission
Harness Commission
Dan Vogler
Harrisburg
Vogler
Commission
New Castle News
Agriculture Department
Harness Racing Commission
Career politicians are problem
Editor argues career politicians undermine democracy and urges reforms. Proposals include abolishing elected official pensions, requiring employers to hold two-term positions for public office holders, crediting service to pension and seniority, mandating criminal background checks for candidates, and enforcing truth in political advertising. The piece calls voters to research, register, and vote to restore citizen control.
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Lisa Miccono
Kayleen Cubbal
DuWayne Nelson
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