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Pennsylvania 2026 Elections Will Determine Control of Pennsylvania Legislature Control of the Pennsylvania General Assembly will be decided in the 2026 elections, as Democrats work to defend their narrow majority in the state House and Republicans seek to protect the Senate, with both parties targeting a handful of battleground districts across the commonwealth. Recent Democratic […]
As a member of the strategic communications practice, Elizabeth coordinates cross‑functional projects from ideation through implementation. She executes integrated communications and advocacy strategies centered on message development, stakeholder engagement, and content planning to raise client profiles and proactively manage reputations.
Previously, Elizabeth supported the firm’s Pennsylvania team as a legislative analyst, researching policy and tracking legislation and regulatory actions at the city and state levels. During this time, she also served as a lecturer at the University of Pennsylvania, assisting former Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell in teaching the perennially popular political science course, “Who Gets Elected & Why?”
Prior to joining Public Strategies, Elizabeth worked at SteegeThomson Communications — a full‑service marketing and communications agency serving the nonprofit sector — where she provided editorial, design, and production services for mission‑driven clients and conducted research and competitive analyses to inform media and brand strategy. She launched her career as community organizer for the Pennsylvania Democratic Party.
Elizabeth graduated cum laude from Drexel University with a Bachelor of Arts and earned her Master of Public Administration from the Fels Institute of Government at the University of Pennsylvania.
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January 05, 2026
Pennsylvania 2026 Elections Will Determine Control of Pennsylvania Legislature Control of the Pennsylvania General Assembly will be decided in the 2026 elections, as Democrats work to defend their narrow majority in the state House and Republicans seek to protect the Senate, with both parties targeting a handful of battleground districts across the commonwealth. Recent Democratic […]
December 22, 2025
Editor’s note: The Pennsylvania Perspective will be taking a break for the Holidays and New Year. Regular updates will resume on Monday, January 5, 2026. Pennsylvania New Pennsylvania Laws Taking Effect in 2026 Several new Pennsylvania state laws will take effect in early 2026 following passage of the FY 2025–26 budget, bringing changes to tax […]
December 18, 2025
Note to Readers: This will be the final newsletter of 2025. We will resume publication the week of January 5, 2026. City Hall Philadelphia Approves Retirement Savings Plan On Thursday, December 11th, the City Council unanimously passed legislation to launch PhillySaves, a program modeled on state-facilitated “auto-IRA” initiatives that let workers invest via payroll deductions […]
December 18, 2025
Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Attorney General Pushes Back on President Trump’s Order Limiting State AI Regulation Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday said the state will continue enforcing its artificial intelligence (AI) laws despite a Trump administration executive order aimed at preempting state level AI regulation. Attorney General Sunday called the order vague and said Pennsylvania would defend […]
December 15, 2025
Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Society Dinner Returns to New York as David L. Cohen Is Honored Governor Josh Shapiro addressed the 127th annual Pennsylvania Society dinner in New York City, marking the group’s return to the Waldorf Astoria and reflecting on his early career and long relationship with honoree David L. Cohen. Cohen received the society’s gold […]
December 11, 2025
Pennsylvania Senate Committee Subpoenas Records on Security Upgrades at Governor Shapiro’s Home The Senate Intergovernmental Operations Committee voted along party lines to issue subpoenas seeking records related to security improvements at Governor Josh Shapiro’s private residence and his use of a private aircraft, prompting a debate over legislative oversight and authority. Republicans said the subpoenas […]
December 11, 2025
City Hall Philadelphia City Council Approves 2025–2026 H.O.M.E. Program Statement and Budget On Thursday, December 11th, the City Council formally adopted Resolution 250955, approving the Housing Opportunities Made Easy (H.O.M.E) Annual Program Statement and Budget. This action authorizes the 2025-2026 programs annual statement and budget, outlining expenditures by various agencies during the first year of […]
December 08, 2025
Pennsylvania Governor Shapiro Pushes Back on Federal Hepatitis B Policy Change Governor Josh Shapiro is urging hospitals and parents to continue giving newborns the hepatitis B vaccine after a federal advisory panel ended the long standing recommendation for universal birth dose vaccination. State health officials warn the change could reverse decades of progress, noting that […]
December 04, 2025
City Hall City Council Amends HOME Initiative Budget to Prioritize Poorest Residents The Philadelphia City Council moved forward with the first-year budget for Mayor Cherelle Parker’s (D) Housing Opportunities Made Easy (HOME) Initiative increasing spending to $277 million and directing most funds to households earning 60% of area median income or less. The amendment will […]
December 04, 2025
Pennsylvania Governor Shapiro Named Chair of the Chesapeake Bay Executive Council Governor Josh Shapiro has been unanimously elected chair of the Chesapeake Executive Council, the regional body that oversees restoration and conservation work for the Chesapeake Bay and its watershed. The council approved an updated Watershed Agreement that sets four long term goals through 2040 […]
December 01, 2025
Pennsylvania Shapiro, Garrity Gear Up for Costly 2026 Governor’s Race Governor Josh Shapiro (D) and Treasurer Stacy Garrity (R) appear headed for an expensive 2026 gubernatorial showdown, with early signs pointing to another record-breaking fundraising cycle in Pennsylvania. Gov. Shapiro, who raised nearly $59 million in 2022 and remains popular, is expected to maintain a […]
November 20, 2025
Pennsylvania PA Treasury Waives Interest on Budget Impasse Loans State Treasurer Stacy Garrity (R) announced that interest will be forgiven on $42.2 million in loans provided to counties and human service organizations during the months-long budget impasse, following a new provision in the recently passed state budget. The move aims to ease financial strain on […]
November 20, 2025
Editor’s note: The Broad Street Brief will be taking a break next week for Thanksgiving. Regular updates will resume on Thursday, December 4. City Hall Mayor Parker Signs EO to Prioritize Small, Local Businesses for City Contracts Mayor Cherelle Parker (D) signed an executive order replacing race- and gender-based contracting targets with a system prioritizing […]
November 17, 2025
Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro Highlights Progress Made with Newly Passed Budget Last week, Pennsylvania’s $50.1 billion budget passed after months of negotiation, avoiding new taxes while funding tax credits for low-income workers and students. Governor Josh Shapiro (D) praised the deal’s alignment with Democratic priorities but acknowledged unresolved issues like public transit and skill games regulation. […]
November 13, 2025
Pennsylvania PA Finalizes $50.1B FY26 Budget After Months-Long Delay Pennsylvania’s FY26 state budget was signed into law by Governor Josh Shapiro (D) after being passed with bipartisan support in both chambers on Wednesday, ending a 135-day impasse. The $50.1 billion spending plan reflects a 4.7% increase over the previous fiscal year, though it ended up […]
November 13, 2025
City Hall Mayor Parker Launches New Market East Revitalization Effort Mayor Cherelle Parker (D) unveiled a planning initiative to revitalize Market East, pledging it will avoid past failures by incorporating public feedback and expert guidance. The 60-member advisory committee aims to deliver short- and long-term recommendations, with support from state and federal partners likely needed […]
November 10, 2025
Pennsylvania RGGI at Center of PA Budget Stalemate Democratic lawmakers in Pennsylvania are urging party leaders not to trade away the state’s entry into the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) as part of budget negotiations. With the impasse now in its fifth month, concerns are growing that a compromise on climate policy could undermine environmental […]
November 06, 2025
Pennsylvania Dems Secure Broad Off-Year Election Gains Across Commonwealth This week, Pennsylvania Democrats swept statewide judicial contests, flipped key county offices, and made notable advances in suburban and local races, reversing prior losses and signaling momentum ahead of 2026. Voter turnout and disciplined messaging fueled wins in swing regions, while Republicans faced mobilization challenges without […]
November 06, 2025
City Hall City Allocates $7M for Food Aid, Federal Worker Support Mayor Cherelle Parker (D) signed an executive order directing $7 million to food pantries, vulnerable families, and rental assistance for furloughed federal workers as SNAP benefits remain disrupted during the ongoing government shutdown. Subscribe City Expands Crackdown on Illegal Dumping This week, the City […]
November 03, 2025
Pennsylvania State Budget Talks Resume After Months of Stalemate Governor Josh Shapiro (D) and legislative leaders met in person for the first time since June last week amid a four-month impasse that has delayed billions in funding for schools and services. While details remain scarce, the inclusion of minority leaders suggests any deal will require […]