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PPC creates the tools that legislators, leaders, grassroots orgs, and the people of PA need to expand democracy, secure freedom, & seek economic justice.
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Joined June 2023
With the public deeply concerned about health care funding cuts and the Trump–Vance threats to our basic liberties, this is the time for Democrats to stand up and make sure everyone knows which side they are on https://t.co/Ncrt6JeC39
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The federal shutdown, which began on October 1, 2025, continues. And the fundamental issues have not changed. The Republicans still want to pass a continuing resolution (CR) that would extend the b…
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The PA legislature has finally adopted a state budget. When a budget is so late it’s tempting to just celebrate. And while this budget contains a major achievement—a 2nd year of school funding—there's much that we can’t celebrate. Here's our top takeaways:
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Pennsylvania schools, social service providers, and local governments are grateful today that the General Assembly is poised to adopt a state budget for the fiscal year that began on July 1, 2025. …
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Cutting funding and failing to extend the ACA tax credits will make health care more expensive for everyone. People like Denise in Northampton county want affordable insurance, not catastrophic insurance at astronomical costs. No #HealthcareHeist!
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Around $100 million in SNAP benefits starting being distributed to Pennsylvanians on Friday, thanks to quick action by the Shapiro administration, especially Department of Human Services Secretary Val Arkoosh: https://t.co/bqcJY7C4VD
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Whether the Trump administration will successfully block the remaining $266 million due to Pennsylvania in November SNAP benefits remains unclear.
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No family should lose heat while waiting for help. I’m urging the Public Utility Commission to require utilities to pause shutoffs until LIHEAP reopens. At the same time, we are pushing for long-term solutions to keep energy affordable.
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Join us for our next Federal Policy Action call on Thurs., 11/6 at 1PM. We'll be joined by THREE of PA's congressional representatives for their inside takes on the GOP federal shutdown, cuts to SNAP & Medicaid, and spiking health care costs. RSVP to join: https://t.co/dEZunJoE75
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It’s election day, PA! 🗳 Voting in person? Polling places are open 7am - 8pm. ✉️ Mail ballots must be returned to your county by 8pm TODAY. ⁉️ Voter Protection Hotline for any questions: 1-866-OUR-VOTE 🔗 Find more info at https://t.co/3ZBEgx7DYj
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PA's highest courts are on the ballot on Tuesday, November 4th! They make final decisions on our rights and freedoms. Your voice makes the difference - make your plan to vote at https://t.co/o6a0x306A7, and check in with loved ones to make sure they know their plan!
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Don’t let your vote vanish 👻If you still have your mail ballot…don’t mail it! Hand deliver it. Before the cobwebs start to gather - visit https://t.co/VoJAWTyOuh to learn how to return your ballot #VotePA #ProtectPACourts
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SNAP recipients, including two million people in Pennsylvania, are at risk of losing their benefits on November 1st. Our research director Laura Beltrán Figueroa outlines how the administration *clearly* has the legal authority to prevent this crisis: https://t.co/u1aKNsifsq
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As the federal shutdown continues, an urgent problem has arisen. SNAP recipients, including two million people in Pennsylvania, are at risk of losing their November benefits.
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Pennsylvanians, as we near the beginnning of November, plenty of our neighbors will be struggling with food security. So if you can make it to any of these drop-off points, please do, and help a neighbor out! #FoodJustice #pittsburghfooddrive
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We held a press conference yesterday w/advocates, legislators, & impacted residents to call out the Republican-led Medicaid cuts & expiration of ACA tax credits, both of which are driving up health care costs across PA. The shutdown isn’t about politics—it’s about our health care
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Pennsylvania judicial retention elections are on the ballot! On 11/4 you'll be asked to vote on whether to keep three justices on our state Supreme Court. The future of PA will come down to how people answer this question, so be ready! Make your plan at https://t.co/o6a0x306A7
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With the state’s official health insurance marketplace, Pennie, Pennsylvania cut the percentage of people in the state who are uninsured nearly in half. The new federal law, the so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” reverses that progress: https://t.co/WBjx31uen8
pennpolicy.org
With the state’s official health insurance marketplace, Pennie, Pennsylvania cut the rate of those without medical insurance nearly in half over ten years, falling from 13.6% in 2013 to 7.1% in 202…
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The Administration is legally required to use contingency reserves to fund November benefits for the 1 in 8 Americans who need #SNAP to afford groceries, despite USDA Sec. Rollins’ claim that the Administration is unable to do so. My statement:
cbpp.org
Secretary Rollins’ claim that the Trump Administration is unable to deliver November SNAP benefits during a shutdown is unequivocally false. The Administration is legally required to use contingency...
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The Federal government is throwing almost 2 million Pennsylvanians under the bus and telling them that their access to food isn’t important. https://t.co/R2haw7veEA & 211 are both great resources for any Pennsylvanians who will be impacted by these cuts!
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The funds and the legal authority exist to keep SNAP operating during the shutdown. The Trump Administration’s inaction is a choice, not an inevitability:
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The federal government shutdown continues as Republicans refuse to even consider compromising with Democrats about protecting health care or democracy. The shutdown has led to the loss of many gove…
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At Monsters, Masks & Medical Bills, we’re giving away kid's Halloween costumes (while supplies last) & inviting families to share their experiences w/ unaffordable health care, rising premiums, & other healthcare concerns. Join us in Bethlehem on Saturday!
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# Bring the family for FREE Halloween costumes and community storytelling! 👻 At ** Monsters, Masks & Medical Bills, ** we’re giving away children’s Halloween costumes (while supplies last) — and...
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At Monsters, Masks & Medical Bills, we’re giving away kid's Halloween costumes (while supplies last) — and inviting families to share real-life experiences w/ unaffordable health care, rising premiums, and other concerns. Join us in Bethlehem on Thursday!
mobilize.us
# Bring the family for FREE Halloween costumes and community storytelling! 👻 At ** Monsters, Masks & Medical Bills, ** we’re giving away children’s Halloween costumes (while supplies last) — and...
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TODAY is the LAST DAY to register to vote for the NOV 4 general elections! ➡️ Update or register at https://t.co/G071Ppv0Df. ➡️ Check your status at https://t.co/GFvOpHbJUh.
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