Pennsylvania families are looking for leaders who will lower costs—not make life more expensive. That’s why @affordablepa.bsky.social PA has been holding Rob Bresnahan accountable and urging him to reverse course. www.bloomberg.com/opinion/arti...

This Blue-Collar House Race Could Predict Control of Congress

Most Americans probably haven’t thought much lately about Scranton, a small city in Northeastern Pennsylvania, unless they still watch reruns of the beloved sitcom “The Office.”

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Today through Sunday, attendees at the York State Fair will see that Rep. Scott Perry's votes have cost them $3,900+ more - from housing to groceries, utility bills and health care costs. 📈💸 Tell Rep. Perry, we can't afford his reckless votes: 202-225-5836

Gas is back above $4/gallon. It averaged $2.98 before the Iran conflict. Pennsylvania families were promised lower costs. Instead, Reps. Mackenzie, Bresnahan & Perry backed policies that have left families paying more. Tell them: Lower costs, not family budgets. www.cnn.com/2026/07/20/b...

Gas prices back at $4 a gallon | CNN Business

The average price US drivers pay for a gallon of gas hit $4 on Monday, as fighting between the United States and Iran intensified, further disrupting oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz.

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🎂 April 22 was Congressman Rob Bresnahan’s birthday, and we delivered a very special birthday cake with messages from his constituents! 🎉 Thanks to our friends at @Affordablepennsylvania for hosting the Un-Birthday Party for Rob Bresnahan with us outside his office in Scranton.

(3/3): 📣 Join @pennpolicycenter.bsky.social April 15 in the PM for: 🎬 Death & Taxes screening | 7 PM Featuring: Justin Schein film director, @affordablepa.bsky.social, and @momsrising.org. 👉🏽 Sign-up: mobilize.us/democracypa/ev… This is about whether our economy reflects our values. #TaxDay

So excited to be heading to Harrisburg PA on TAX DAY April 15th for a morning event at the Capitol and then a screening of Death & Taxes at the Midtown Cinema at 7PM. with @pennpolicycenter.bsky.social, @affordablepa.bsky.social and @momsrising.org @itep.org #taxes

⛽️ Gas prices in NEPA are now over $4/gal. Attendees at last night’s Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders game in Moosic saw how Rep. Rob Bresnahan is driving the cost of gas sky high. Rising fuel prices could cost households $740 more just in gas this year.

“As their constituents struggle to afford health care, groceries, housing, utilities, & other basic necessities, Reps. Mackenzie, Bresnahan, & Perry voted to continue jacking up costs on PA industry, consumers, & families." @affordablepa.bsky.social pennsylvaniaindependent.com/economy/smal...

Small-business owners in Pennsylvania struggle in wake of tariffs

President Donald Trump's tariffs are expected to cost households $1,300 in 2026 also, according to a new study.

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“Congressman Scott Perry is speaking out of both sides of his mouth,” Rachele Fortier, the executive director of @affordablepa.bsky.social, said...“His refusal to restore these tax credits has raised Pennie costs by 180% for his constituents..." pennsylvaniaindependent.com/health-care/...

Rep. Scott Perry faces mounting criticism over health care cuts

'I never, ever thought that we’d be paying this much for health care, never,' said Carol Shaw, a York County resident who lives in Perry’s district.

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As Exec. Director of the South Central PA Sickle Cell Council and founder of nonprofit Blessed to Give, Inc, Carla works with children & families in her community that are facing economic and health adversity and struggling with the rising cost of care.

As a Black-owned small business operating in an underserved and low-income community, Fox's Wash and Go has struggled with rising costs, particularly tariffs that have forced owner and operator Angel to pay double for laundry detergent, bleach, and vending machine inventory.

One in five Pennie enrollees dropped their health coverage due to skyrocketing premiums - all because Congressional Republicans refused to renew the ACA premium tax credits. This will only lead to higher costs and worse health outcomes for all Americans. penncapital-star.com/briefs/one-i...

One in five Pennie enrollees drops health coverage following expired subsidies • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

Pennie enrollment fell after the Republican-led Congress allowed enhanced subsidies to expire in December last year.

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This Valentine’s Day, Lehigh Valley residents are asking Rep. Ryan Mackenzie to have a heart and reverse the devastating Medicaid cuts he voted for last summer in the Republican Tax Law.

⚡ Shocked by your energy bill? You’re definitely not alone. Join our friends @affordablepa.bsky.social in Wilkes-Barre for a roundtable discussion about what is driving up rates and how we can move forward in an era that continues to see increasing energy demands! www.mobilize.us/affordablepe...

Power to the People Roundtable · Affordable Pennsylvania

⚡ Shocked by your energy bill? Join us in Wilkes-Barre, PA for a roundtable discussion about what is driving up rates and how we can move forward in an era that continues to see increasing energy de...

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Anthony Gratter from @affordablepa.bsky.social breaks down the real harm to Pennsylvanians from the GOP's "Big Beautiful Bill." It's ugly. #ProgressForThePeople

Many Republicans in Congress are refusing to extend the enhanced tax credits that help families afford health insurance. These credits expire at the end of 2025, and costs will skyrocket. Tell Congress: Extend the credits now and keep Pennsylvanians covered! actionnetwork.org/letters/fix-...

Tell Your Members of Congress: Fix Health Care Costs Now!

Health care costs are about to skyrocket because Republicans in Washington are letting the enhanced premium tax credits expire. Tell your U.S. representative and Senators Fetterman and McCormick: Exte...

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After mounting pressure from constituents, the discharge petition for a 3-year extension of ACA health care tax credits will move forward with Rep. Ryan Mackenzie & Rep. Rob Bresnahan's signatures. We are calling on them to vote YES to prevent skyrocketing health care costs for Pennsylvanians.

Thank you to all who came out to the Progress for the People town hall in Scranton! We were honored to be joined by Rep. Pramila Jayapal, Rep. Jim McGovern, and PA’s own Reps. Brendan Boyle & Madeleine Dean. This is our time to grow a people-powered movement for justice, equity, and accountability!

Rep. Bresnahan voted for historic cuts to Medicaid and SNAP. Affordable PA, @actiontogethernepa.bsky.social and @unrigoureconomy.bsky.social marched to Bresnahan's office to deliver a petition with 300+ constituent signatures demanding he restore funding. Read more here ➡️ fox56.com/news/local/n...

Join Affordable PA this Friday for a free community health clinic offering guided assistance for Medicare and Pennie (ACA) enrollment. 🕙 Friday, Nov 21 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM 📍 First Baptist Church of Steeleton, 1805 S 19th St, Harrisburg Register here: www.mobilize.us/affordablepe...

🏥 ACA & Medicare Health Clinic · Affordable Pennsylvania

Join Affordable PA for a free community health clinic offering guided assistance for Medicare and Pennie (ACA) enrollment. Certified navigators will be on-site to help you sign up for healthcare cover...

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Join Affordable PA and The Caring Cupboard for a Thanksgiving food drive! 🕘 Saturday, November 15 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM 📍 26 Limestone Lane, Palmyra, PA 17048 Every turkey, can of vegetables, or box of stuffing makes a difference! Register here: www.mobilize.us/affordablepe...

Join us for a food drive in NEPA! 🕐 Sat, 11/15 | 1 PM 📍 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre With the ongoing shutdown & suspension of SNAP payments for November, many families are facing an even greater struggle to put food on the table. Together, we can help our neighbors.

The government shut down after Republicans in Congress refused to permanently extend health care tax credits that make insurance more affordable for families. Now, Rep. Ryan Mackenzie's constituents, like Lynn, are suffering the consequences. Read her full LTE: www.mcall.com/2025/11/02/l...

"For the Republican party to be speaking about Medicaid in the terms of fraud, waste, and abuse...the implication is that I am fraud, waste, and abuse.” More in a *new ad* from @affordablepa.bsky.social calling out Rep. Scott Perry for voting to cut Medicaid. keystonenewsroom.com/2025/10/09/s...

New ad calls out Scott Perry for cutting Medicaid to fund billionaire tax breaks

Affordable Pennsylvania is launching its fifth accountability ad on Friday highlighting Rep. Scott Perry’s vote to cut Medicaid by $1 trillion.

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📆 Last Saturday, we celebrated the 90th anniversary of Social Security in Wilkes Barre urging our members of Congress to safeguard one of their most vital sources of income for families. Cuts would impact seniors who worked all their life, disabled people, and children of Social Security parents.

Today, people from across NEPA came together in Wilkes-Barre to rally as part of a national day of action to tell Congress to #ProtectOurChecks. Social Security isn’t just policy - it’s a promise to working people. And we’re standing up to fight for it.

Today we met with experts, veterans, and community members in Harrisburg to discuss the importance of protecting Social Security for all Pennsylvanians, but particularly our veterans. On the 90th anniversary of Social Security, we urge Congress to #ProtectOurChecks

For 90 years, Social Security has been lifeline for working Americans. We must keep our promise to all those who rely on Social Security to live with dignity and prioritize financial security for working people over bigger tax breaks for billionaires. www.abc27.com/news/us-worl...

Social Security has existed for 90 years. Why it may be more threatened than ever

WASHINGTON (AP) — When President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law 90 years ago this week, he said it would provide economic stability to older people while giving the U…

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‼️NEW AD: Affordable PA launched a digital spot in the Lehigh Valley calling out Rep. Ryan Mackenzie for supporting Trump's harmful tariff policy. The ad features local business owner Mike, who calls on Mackenzie to stand up for his constituents. Watch "Afford" here: