Tag: GOP

Wilt Chamberlain served as “community relations” adviser to Richard Nixon's campaign on his quest to become the 37th president of the U.S. His role was to help Nixon connect more with Black voters and help sway Black voters to vote for Nixon.Government & Politics

West Philly Native, Basketball Legend Once Set Out to Help Richard Nixon Win Over Black Voters in 1968 Election

In 1968, Wilt Chamberlain was the biggest basketball star in the world and Richard Nixon was the Republican candidate for president.

That year, they collaborated…

A voter fills out a ballot at a polling location at Annunciation Church in Haverford Township.Government & Politics

Mostly Status Quo in Delaware County as Voters Return Democrats to Office

Democrats easily maintained control of Delaware County government in Tuesday’s election, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times.

Three seats open on Delaware…

A demonstration in November 2020 in Philadelphia after Joseph Biden Jr.'s election victory.Government & Politics

GOP National Committeeman Andy Reilly From Delaware County Joins Leadership in Support of Early Voting

There’s a bit of a disconnect now between GOP leaders like Delaware County National Committeeman Andy Reilly and the Republican base over early voting…

An empty school desk in a classroom.Government & Politics

Court-Ordered Reshuffling of State Public School Funds Won't Make This Budget

A court requirement to create a more equitable public school funding system in Pennsylvania is a key point in this year’s state budget, but…

A hand placing a ballot in a wooden ballot box.Government & Politics

Delaware County Election Plays Pivotal Role in Pennsylvania House Battle  

Democrats have held on to a one-seat majority in the Pennsylvania House but that majority is in play depending on the outcome of a…

Dr. Mehmet OzGovernment & Politics

New York Times: Hoagies and Cattle Play a Role in GOP Senate Candidate Dr. Oz's Personal Finances

Dr. Mehmet Oz, a Republican candidate for U.S. Senate in Pennsylvania, is paying for some of his campaign expenses with Wawa hoagies, cattle, and…

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A Democratic Majority on Delaware County Council? The Numbers Say It's Possible

Delaware County elections have moved from ho-hum predictability to nail-biters, as Democrats see an historical opportunity to hold a majority of seats on…