Now that there are no charges coming against Republicans before the November election, will there be a backlash against Democrats over Bonusgate?
The Democrats hold a 102-101 lead in the House, but with many swing districts and the effects of Bonusgate unknown holding on to the House could be a challenge.
Morning call reporter John Micek runs what may be the best blog in the state by a print reporter and often has a great summary of the day’s biggest events.Like today, Micek has a good summary of the Department of Public Welfare’s new bonus program, which is drawing criticism from Sen. John Eichelberger.While John’s column is often entertaining and a daily read, Inside Edge has to wonder about Micek’s taste in music though as displayed every morning by his daily iPod list.
One name that has come up a few times as a potential gubernatorial candidate on the Democratic side is former Environmental Secretary Katy McGinty. ... >
"This is one of the worst cases of downward spirals that Pennsylvania has seen. We have to attack the deficit and I'm not taking anything off the table."