As many of you know, last night Politico reported that the Supreme Court has voted to strike down Roe v. Wade, according to an initial draft majority opinion written by Justice Samuel Alito. This premature decision encapsulates why we must do everything in our power to elect Josh Shapiro in... read more →
May
03
Mar
10
On February 4th the Legislative Reapportionment Commission approved state House and Senate district maps. The maps are not final yet. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court could still make additional changes before they certify them. Among other changes, Lancaster city was divided into two districts which lean Democratic based on registration figures.... read more →
Oct
15
On the final page of your 2021 General Election ballot you'll be asked if the judges listed should be retained for another term. LCDC has no position on these questions. The retention system is an effort to remain non-partisan. All of the judges were recommended for retention by the Philadelphia Bar Association... read more →
Oct
08
Dear Democrats: As you know, the workers at Kellogg’s are on strike at the local plant and Battle Creek Michigan. They are member of the Bakery, Confectioners, Tobacco and Grain Millers Union Local 374G. They called the strike because the company is refusing to bargain with them in good faith,... read more →
Sep
09
Batt endorsed at special meeting of the LCDC Executive Board Lancaster, PA: This evening, at a special meeting of the Lancaster County Democratic Committee Executive Board, Michelle Batt was endorsed for the special election to fill the vacant Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas position. "I am thrilled that... read more →
Sep
06
Dear fellow Democrats: Working people were shocked at the recent untimely passing of AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka. Rich was a vibrant and energetic leader who never stopped fighting for working people, doing everything he could to pass the Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act until his last moments. The... read more →
Aug
06
Fellow Democrats, As you are aware, new cases of COVID-19 have dramatically increased across the country, largely fueled by the Delta variant of the virus and vaccine hesitancy among the community. Sadly, Lancaster County is not bucking this trend, as case rates here continue to increase week over week. In... read more →
Jul
27
COVID-19 Impact In February of this year, the Biden administration broadened the eligibility criteria for PPP loans, making it more accessible to businesses with 20 or fewer employees. According to the National Bureau Of Economic Research (NBER) (PDF), 3.3 million - or 22% - of small businesses went out of... read more →
Jul
18
July is Independent Retailers Month, which shines a light on the businesses that form the cornerstone of our economy and communities. However, if you turn on any news channel, you’ll see the rising and falling stock prices at all hours of the day. So much of the conversation we hear... read more →
Jun
26
History of Pride Month June is Pride Month and a time for celebration in the LGTBQ+ community. You’ve probably noticed an increase in pride flags around town and more rainbow-themed items in the store. Perhaps you’re looking forward to attending a pride parade or otherwise joining in pride festivities. While... read more →
