Will Taylor
will-taylor.bsky.social
Will Taylor
@will-taylor.bsky.social
Pittsburgh & Politics & Stuff. Staff at PA House Dems. All views are my own.
There was one that would be voting directly on divestment which got taken off. In response, opponents to that measure added this one, which is effectively enshrining the cities ability to do business with foreign countries. It’s the opposite of divestment.
May 19, 2025 at 11:46 PM
I’m not entirely sure wha you’re asking. Here is an article that explains it well: www.wesa.fm/wesa-voter-g...
Voter guide to Pittsburgh ballot question #1: local governance and prohibition of discrimination
The most notable part of the provision stems from the emphasis given to business relationships — and from the addition of new categories of discrimination that the question would make unlawful.
www.wesa.fm
May 19, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Bolding and underlining race, gender, ancestry, sexual orientation, etc. but association or affiliation with any nation or foreign state, e.g. the actually substantive portion of the amendment is normal font.
May 19, 2025 at 10:37 PM
Would love to know what you’d like to see more of, if there are specific legislative initiatives you think the Dem caucus should be focusing on?
January 25, 2025 at 2:51 PM
This upcoming week the house will vote to make it easier for municipalities to create parking protected bike lanes, create an Eating Disorders Task Force with the Department of Education, among others. Last I checked, over 300 bills have already been introduced. We’re not doing nothing. But….
January 25, 2025 at 2:50 PM
This is really frustrating to read. If Schlossberg thinks public service is so important, he should use his position in House leadership to raise the pay of Dem Caucus employees like myself. As it stands I could make more money as a dishwasher.
January 17, 2025 at 1:54 AM