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Battleground PA

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Battleground PA is a PennLive podcast discussing the issues that matter to Pennsylvanians and documenting the events in the Keystone state and beyond that could shape how you vote in the 2024 elections.
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Episodes

Joe Biden officially declared the Democratic nominee at the 2020 DNC

It's been a busy couple of days at the DNC, from Former First Lady Michelle Obama's speech to former VP Joe Biden's official nomination for the 2020 US presidency. Joyce Davis is joined by John Cole, Rogette Harris, and Jeffrey Lord to discuss this week's DNC events, coronavirus updates, and the school reopenings. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Aug 19, 202042 minSeason 1Ep. 40

Kamala Harris has been named the Democratic VP for the 2020 Election

After months of anticipation, Presidential candidate Joe Biden has finally chosen a running mate: Kamala Harris. Joyce Davis, Pennlive opinion editor discusses this election update with Jeffrey Lord and Rogette Harris. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Aug 12, 202039 minSeason 1Ep. 39

The field for Biden’s VP pick narrows

Battleground PA is back again this week with another episode to discuss Biden's top 3 picks for VP. Joyce Davis is joined by Rogette Harris and Jeffrey Lord to also cover the newest Franklin & Marshall Poll, the President's updated views on mail-in voting, the vaccine and a school reopening update. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Aug 05, 202043 minSeason 1Ep. 38

Goodbye to a Civil Rights Icon

The deaths of civil rights legends Rep. John Lewis (dead at 80) and Rev. C.T. Vivian (dead at 95) are the opening topic of this week's Battleground PA. Joyce Davis and her regular analysts, Rogette Harris and Jeffrey Lord, also discuss the possible new coronavirus relief packages, the new PA Biden delegate, and the impact that the federal officers sent by the President could have on Pennsylvania. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jul 22, 202039 minSeason 1Ep. 37

Police reform passed in Pennsylvania.

Join Joyce Davis and her two political analysts, Rogette Harris and Jeffrey Lord, to discuss the two bills PA Governor Tom Wolf recently signed into law. Our moderators also tackle the horrific video of an Allentowpolice officer kneeling on civilians neck, similarly to the case of George Flyod, and of course, more coronavirus coverage. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jul 15, 202039 minSeason 1Ep. 36

All eyes on Biden for a running mate announcement

Join Joyce Davis, Rogette Harris and Jeffrey Lord to discuss the topic of the week: Who is Biden's running mate and why has it not been announced yet? Our moderators will also tackle more coronavirus news and Mary Trump's new book and all it has to say about the president himself. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jul 08, 202040 minSeason 1Ep. 35

You've been served!

This week's Battleground PA tackles the Trump campaign suing Pa. over mail-in drop-off sites for ballots. Joyce Davis is once again joined by Rogette Harris and Jeffrey Lord to take on this topic along with some international Russia news and the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jul 01, 202032 minSeason 1Ep. 34

Coronavirus cases surge as Trump Rallies continue

Trump's rally in Tulsa raised a lot of coronavirus questions due to disappointing attendance. Opinion Editor Joyce Davis is joined by Rogette Harris and Jeffrey Lord to discuss the significance of these alarming numbers, the rallies' impact on the case counts as well a possible name for Biden's VP. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jun 24, 202033 minSeason 1Ep. 33

Many states see increase in coronavirus cases, but not PA

As the coronavirus battle continues, many states see a major increase in cases while Pennsylvania remains one of 3 with decreasing case counts. Joyce Davis is joined yet again by Rogette Harris and Jeffrey Lord to discuss the pandemic, as well as the possibly impeachment of PA Governor Tom Wolf, the Black Lives Matter movement and more on this week's Battleground PA. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jun 17, 202032 minSeason 1Ep. 32

PA's primary results are in

John Micek, Capital Star Opinion joins Joyce Davis and pundits Jeffrey Lord and Rogette Harris to discuss the results of the PA primary, Washington updates, coronavirus and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jun 10, 202036 minSeason 1Ep. 31

Republican vs. Democrat Election Showdown

Join Joyce Davis, Jeffrey Lord, Rogette Harris and John Cole discuss the preliminary results of the Pennsylvania election. The pundits also cover current breaking topics such as systematic racism, the protests, and more presidency news. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jun 03, 202025 minSeason 1Ep. 30

The battle is on for the PA primaries

How will voting by mail affect the PA primary? Joyce Davis is joined again by democrat Rogette Harris and republican Jeffrey Lord to discuss potential issues with the new voting system in the swing states well as other coronavirus related headlines. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

May 27, 202028 min

You're Fired | Vaccine Director pushed out for not promoting possible COVID-19 medication

The pandemic chronicles continue as Trump pushes longtime vaccine director out of office for not agreeing to promote Chloroquine. PennLive Opinion Editor Joyce Davis is joined yet again by Rogette Harris and Jeffrey Lord to discuss President Trump's newest dismissal as well the new coronavirus models with increasing death tolls, and finish up with an update on Biden's sexual assault accusations. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

May 06, 202034 minSeason 1Ep. 28

Biden's VP choice and accusations of sexual assault

We discuss who may be Biden's best choice as vice president. Will it be Stacey Abrams? Speaking of vice presidents, Mike Pence recently toured a facility and was the only person in the group not wearing a mask. Finally, we get into accusations of sexual assault against Joe Biden from former staffer Tara Reade. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Apr 29, 202030 minSeason 1Ep. 27

Pennsylvania's push to reopen delayed, met with protest

Although the spread of the coronavirus has slowed down, Governor Tom Wolf pushed the stay at home order back until May 8. Approximately 1000 Pennsylvanians met at the capitol to protest the continued shutdown. On this week's Battleground PA, Jeffrey Lord will discuss his participation in the protest and opposing him is as always, Rogette Harris. PennLive opinion editor Joyce Davis leads the platform again and along with the Democratic and Republican pundits, discuss the President's part in this ...

Apr 22, 202037 minSeason 1Ep. 26

Trump vs. Biden: A Progressive's Point of View

It's Trump vs. Biden, and joined to discuss this battle from a progressive point of view is Dan Doubet, political director or PA Stands Up. Today's edition of Battleground PA covers healthcare, economy and Trump's decision to include his signature on the stimulus checks. Republican Jeffrey Lord, Dauphin Democrat Chair Rogette Harris and PennLive Opinion Editor Joyce Davis have another heated discussion on the novel widespread of the virus as well as the actions our political leaders are and shou...

Apr 15, 202038 minSeason 1Ep. 25

In-person Wisconsin primary amid COVID-19 pandemic

As the novel coronavirus continues to spread across the United States, not all primary elections are getting postponed. This week's Wisconsin moved ahead with its in-person primary election despite social distancing guidelines. But what's the aftermath? PennLive Opinion Editor Joyce Davis is joined by Democrat Rogette Harris and Republican Jeffrey Lord to discuss this matter along with the long awaited stimulus checks and economic impacts the virus will have on our country. See acast.com/privacy...

Apr 08, 202030 minSeason 1Ep. 24

COVID-19's impact on healthcare and the upcoming conventions

Covid-19 has led to an extended quarantine until at least April 30. Today's edition of Battleground PA covers the impact this will have on the upcoming political conventions as well a big impact on healthcare. Republican Jeffrey Lord, Dauphin Democrat Chair Rogette Harris and PennLive Opinion Editor Joyce Davis have another heated discussion on the novel widespread of the virus as well as the actions our political leaders are and should be taking. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out in...

Apr 01, 202038 minSeason 1Ep. 23

COVID-19 postpones the PA primary

The novel coronavirus continues to spread across the United States and cause disruptions to everyone's lives and virtually affects every industry. We discuss the affects and the response from our national and state governments. Have they been doing a good job? PennLive Opinion Editor Joyce Davis is joined by Democrat Rogette Harris and Republican Jeffrey Lord. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 25, 202027 minSeason 1Ep. 22

COVID-19 Quarantine | Special Coronavirus Edition

Covid-19 has us all quarantined in our homes, but it will not stop us from getting you another episode of BattlegroundPA. Trump supporter Jeffrey Lord, Dauphin Democrat Chair Rogette Harris and PennLive Opinion Editor Joyce Davis have a heated discussion on the state of the nation and our, particularly President Donald Trump's, response to the novel coronavirus. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 17, 202032 minSeason 1Ep. 21

Coronavirus response and the elections | special guest Eugene DePasquale

Eleven Pennsylvanians were confirmed to have tested positive with the coronavirus. The virus is spreading and people are worried. To discuss this topic and other healthcare and political issues, we are joined by congressional candidate and Auditor General, Eugene DePasquale. The episode of BattlegroundPA is scintillating with Jeffrey Lord and Rogette Harris joining our special guest. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 10, 202039 minSeason 1Ep. 20

Super Tuesday | Is Biden going to be Sanders' kryptonite?

With Vice PresidentBiden's commanding wins on Super Tuesday, we review the events that unfolded and the impact the day's primaries have had on the race, especially on Senator Bernie Sanders. Joined by Jeffrey Lord and Rogette Harris, PennLive Opinion Editor Joyce Davis, also discusses the continued topic of the month: Coronavirus. For more #BattlegroundPA follow us on Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/BattegroundPA See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mar 04, 202036 minSeason 1Ep. 19

The Coronavirus Economy and the Bern Train

Senator Bernie Sanders leads the pack after the Nevada Caucuses and is gaining momentum as we head into the first southern primary in South Carolina. What would a Sanders' nomination look like for the Democratic Party? We discuss that and how the coronavirus' economic impact may affect Donald Trump's biggest selling point for re-election. We are joined by PoliticsPA Editor John Cole on this episode of BattlegroundPA. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Feb 25, 202034 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Barr barring Tweets and the Nevada Caucuses

Is the Justice Department truly independent of the White House and the wants of President Donald Trump? Attorney General Barr did comment that the President's tweets were making his job much more difficult. In the second half of the episode, we discuss Bernie Sanders going up against billionaire Mike Bloomberg in the upcoming Nevada Caucuses. PennLive Opinion Editor Joyce Davis hosts Trump supporter Jeffrey Lord and Dauphin Democrat Chairwoman Rogette Harris. See acast.com/privacy for privacy an...

Feb 18, 202034 minSeason 1Ep. 17

New Hampshire Primaries with Congressional candidate Tom Brier

You’re Fired! President Trump fires impeachment witnesses, the primary takes place in New Hampshire, and we are joined by congressional candidate Tom Brier of Hershey, PA. The episode of BattlegroundPA is a firecracker with Jeffrey Lord and Rogette Harris joining our special guest. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Feb 11, 202038 minSeason 1Ep. 16

Latest PA poll and the Iowa Caucus Catastrophe

PA pollster Dr. Terry Madonna joins the BattlegroundPA podcast to discuss the latest Franklin and Marshall poll that gauged Pennsylvanian voters' support for President Donald Trump. Then, along with Democratic analyst Rogette Harris and Republican analyst Jeffrey Lord, your host Joyce Davis navigates the catastrophe of the Democratic Iowa Caucus that has left us without any answers on Monday night. Which candidate will have the most to gain from the debacle? What, if anything, is Pennsylvania do...

Feb 04, 202036 minSeason 1Ep. 15

A look through the crystal ball for the upcoming Iowa Caucus

Regular Democratic analyst Rogette Harris is joined in our studio by President and CEO of Luminous Strategies David Dix to discuss the ongoing presidential impeachment trial and the Iowa caucus, which is only days away. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jan 28, 202037 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Battle at the Senate

Republican Jeffrey Lord, and Democrat Rogette Harris are back this week to discuss the fast approaching 2020 Presidential election. They discuss the remaining Democratic candidates and the continuing dramatic controversy of the impeachment of President Donald J. Trump and his trial in the Senate. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jan 21, 202034 minSeason 1Ep. 13

The 2020 Battlefield

We look ahead to what we can expect in the race for the White House in 2020. PennLive reporters Charlie Thompson, David Wenner and Editor Ron Southwick join Joyce Davis and share their insight from covering previous presidential elections. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jan 15, 202025 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Battleground Iran

Are we going to war with Iran after Suleimani's killing and what does it mean to Pennsylvanians? We're joined by Iranian scholar Dr. Mehdi Noorbash from Harrisburg University, John Micek from Pennsylvania Capital Star and by Jeffrey Lord, a former CNN pundit and Trump supporter. Joyce Davis leads the discussion which includes a background on Iranian American affairs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jan 06, 202040 minSeason 1Ep. 11
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