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Candidate Conversations: Democratic Candidate for Lt. Governor Kyle Evans Gay
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Candidate Conversations are part of Delaware Public Media’s 2024 Election coverage, and the Delaware Debates we are producing with the University of Delaware’s Center for Political Communication.Among the races we are examining is the race for Lt. Governor and in this interview, Democrat Kyle Evans Gay…
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Candidate Conversations: Democratic Candidate for Lt. Governor Debbie Harrington
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Candidate Conversations are part of Delaware Public Media’s 2024 Election coverage, and the Delaware Debates we are producing with the University of Delaware’s Center for Political Communication.Among the races we are examining is the race for Lt. Governor and in this interview, Democrat Debbie Harrington.…
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Races to Watch: Longtime incumbent Bill Bush challenged in 29th House District by Monica Shockley Porter
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For the first time since winning the 29th House District seat in Kent County, Democratic State Rep. Bill Bush must earn his spot on the November general election ballot. Bush and Monica Shockley Porter face off for that spot in the September 10th Democratic primary.Delaware Public Media’s Abigail Lee reports on the 29th House District race and wher…
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Candidate Conversations: Republican Candidate for Lt. Governor Ruth Briggs King
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Candidate Conversations are part of Delaware Public Media’s 2024 Election coverage, and the Delaware Debates we are producing with the University of Delaware’s Center for Political Communication.Among the races we are examining is the race for Lt. Governor and in this interview, Republican Ruth Briggs King.…
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Candidate Conversations: Democratic Candidate for Lt. Governor Sherry Dorsey Walker
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Candidate Conversations are part of Delaware Public Media’s 2024 Election coverage, and the Delaware Debates we are producing with the University of Delaware’s Center for Political Communication.Among the races we are examining is the race for Lt. Governor and in this interview, Democrat Sherry Dorsey Walker.…
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How does Delaware solve its affordable housing crisis?
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The gap in available affordable housing continues to grow in Delaware.Rents and housing costs are still rising, barriers to homeownership are widening, and the state is some 20,000 housing units short for median and low-income people. According to a new report from the National Low Income Housing Coalition, nearly a third of workers don't make enou…
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Listen to the full show or individual segments.By Delaware Public Media
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Candidate Conversations: Republican Candidate for U.S. House Donyale Hall
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Candidate Conversations are part of Delaware Public Media’s 2024 Election coverage, and the Delaware Debates we are producing with the University of Delaware’s Center for Political Communication.Among the races we are examining is the race for U.S. House and in this interview Republican Donyale Hall.…
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Candidate Conversations: Democratic Candidate for U.S. House Sarah McBride
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Candidate Conversations are part of Delaware Public Media’s 2024 Election coverage, and the Delaware Debates we are producing with the University of Delaware’s Center for Political Communication.Among the races we are examining is the race for U.S. House and in this interview Democrat Sarah McBride.By Tom Byrne, Kyle McKinnon
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How human composting works following legalization in Delaware
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Human composting officially became legal in the First State this year.It’s a process that involves the body decomposing into soil, which is then given back to the families of the deceased. Delaware is just one of 12 states to allow it as more Americans look for environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional burial and cremation.Earth Funeral…
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Delaware election candidates stake out positions on environmental issues
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As next month’s Delaware primary election approaches, Delaware Public Media is ramping up its coverage of the races and issues important to Delawareans.One area we are examining is issues surrounding the First State’s environment. Offshore wind, electric vehicles, ‘forever chemicals,’ and sea-level rise are just some of the topics that candidates a…
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Races to Watch: Pair of Democrats vie for 21st House District opening
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The 21st House District seat in Newark is completely up for grabs this year.The incumbent – Republican House Minority Leader Michael Ramone – decided to run for governor and two Democrats, Frank Burns and Michael Alexander Smith, see an opportunity to flip the seat.Delaware Public Media’s Rachel Sawicki examines the race and why Burns and Smith bel…
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The benefits of physical activity for older adults and how the University of Delaware is addressing the issue
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More and more older adults are becoming less physically active.That’s according to new data from the World Health Organization, which found that nearly 2 billion adults are at risk of disease from not engaging in enough physical activity. At the University of Delaware, the ACTIVE Lab – directed by associate professor of physical therapy Daniel Whit…
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History Matters: August Quarterly Social Justice Dialogue to promote discourse around social issues, democracy
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Social justice has meant many things over time and while definitions may vary, common concepts include equal rights, equal opportunity, and equal treatment.On August 20th, the Delaware Historical Society hosts a Social Justice Dialogue with Dr. Eddie S. Glaude Jr. – one the country’s most prominent scholars and authors – that aims to challenge atte…
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Candidate Conversations: Democratic Candidate for Governor Bethany Hall-Long
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Candidate Conversations are part of Delaware Public Media’s 2024 Election coverage, and the Delaware Debates we are producing with the University of Delaware’s Center for Political Communication. Among the races we are examining is the race for Governor and in this interview Democrat Bethany Hall-Long…
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Candidate Conversations: Democratic Candidate for Governor Matt Meyer
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Candidate Conversations are part of Delaware Public Media’s 2024 Election coverage, and the Delaware Debates we are producing with the University of Delaware’s Center for Political Communication.Among the races we are examining is the race for Governor and in this interview Democrat Matt Meyer.By Tom Byrne, Kyle McKinnon
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Candidate Conversations: Democratic Candidate for Governor Collin O’Mara
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Candidate Conversations are part of Delaware Public Media’s 2024 Election coverage, and the Delaware Debates we are producing with the University of Delaware’s Center for Political Communication.Among the races we are examining is the race for Governor and in this interview Democrat Collin O'Mara.By Tom Byrne, Kyle McKinnon
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In celebration of LGTBQ+ Pride Month, hear from Rep. Eric Morrison as we dive deep into Pride! Whether you've already found your community or you’re still looking for one, let the DEHouseDems family speak to youBy Delaware House Democrats
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On this episode of Whip Count, in honor of Women’s History Month, hear from House Majority Leadership as they discuss their journey in life and the lessons they learned along the way.By Delaware House Democrats
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Making Way For Change: Children of Alcoholics Week
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On this episode of Whip Count, Speaker Valerie Longhurst along with Alisa Schneidman, Author of the House of Weird, and Patricia May board member from the Delaware Association for Children of Alcohol and Marijuana Dependency discuss the impact and effects of alcoholism on individuals and the family dynamic. Additionally, they discuss the importance…
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Catching Up With the Freshmen: Representative Sophie Phillips
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Before the 152nd General Assembly officially kicked off, we introduced the five new members of our caucus and their plans to make an impact in Legislative Hall. In part two of our freshmen series, we spoke to Rep. Sophie Phillips about her first legislative session and the surprise lessons she learned along the way.…
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The Right to a Healthy Environment: Delaware’s Green Amendment Explained
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On the latest episode of Whip Count, Rep. Madinah Wilson-Anton and environmental activist Anissa Cartagena join us to discuss HB 220, also known as Delaware’s Green Amendment. This proposed amendment would enshrine residents’ right to a clean and healthy environment in the Delaware Constitution and make it clear that all branches, agencies and poli…
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Catching Up With the Freshman: Representative Cyndie Romer
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Before the 152nd General Assembly officially kicked off, we introduced the five new members of our caucus and their plans to make an impact in Legislative Hall. On this new series, we’ll catch up with these history-making members as they reflect on their first legislative session and the surprising lessons they’ve learned along the way. This week, …
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In spring 2023, Gov. Carney, DelDOT, the Delaware Dept. of Safety and Homeland Security, and members of the General Assembly introduced a package of bills designed to improve safety on Delaware's roadways. This week's podcast episode of Whip Count highlights Representative Frank Cooke’s HB 120 and how this bill will assist law enforcement in cracki…
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A Path Forward: Revising the Registry to Help Young Offenders Lead Productive Lives
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On this episode of Whip Count, Rep. Cyndie Romer joins us to explain her HB 186, a measure that would reduce the number of children placed on the sex offender registry by empowering judges, in consultation with child psychologists and case workers, to decide whether a child should be included on the Registry. Wilmington resident Anthony Gibbs, who …
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On this episode of Whip Count, we’re joined by Rep. Debra Heffernan, Rep. Sophie Phillips and Emily Knearl from the Nature Conservancy to talk about the Delaware Climate Solutions Act, a bold step toward tackling Climate Change here in the First State.By Delaware House Democrats
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The Case for Regular Property Reassessments: House Bill 62 Explained
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On this episode, Rep. Madinah Wilson-Anton joins us to discuss her HB 62, legislation requiring properties to be assessed every five years. This would allow the state to be fairer in its taxation structure, ensuring that property owners finally have parity. You can find additional reassessment resources here: New Castle County: https://bit.ly/3Irf7…
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