A state senator is trying again to get Pennsylvania to legalize marijuana. Saying there’s no real evidence that it’s a gateway drug, Senator Daylin Leach (D-Montgomery) says its cruel and irrational to continue the prohibition of marijuana. Senator Leach says there’s no lethal dose of marijuana, unlike alcohol and keeping its use criminal is destroying […]
New state construction projects would have to meet high-performance energy standards under legislation that’s just passed the House with a 163 – 32-vote. Supporters call it a win for both the environment and the taxpayer. PennFuture policy director Steve Stroman says “green buildings” typically use 20 – 40% less energy. “A green building may cost […]
Elected at the age of 78 in 2005, Pope Benedict XVI was the oldest pope to be chosen in nearly 300-years. Today’s announcement from the 85-year-old pontiff will make him the first pope to resign in nearly 600-years. Diocese of Harrisburg Bishop Joseph McFadden says the news brings a mix of sadness and gratitude. Like […]
How long do voters have to wait, can they register on line and how often are registrations rejected? Those are some of the issues reviewed in a new Election Performance Index. The first ever study of election performance by the Pew Charitable Trusts find Pennsylvania in the middle of the pack for both 2008 and […]