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Pennsylvania Governor Shapiro Discusses Democratic Party in Wide-Ranging Interview In a POLITICO interview at South Philadelphia’s Angelo’s Pizzeria, Governor Josh Shapiro dismissed speculation regarding a 2028 presidential bid, stating his immediate focus remains on securing key midterm victories for Pennsylvania Democrats. Governor Shapiro called for a major ideological debate to define an affirmative platform for […]
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.
Publications
May 28, 2026
Pennsylvania Governor Shapiro Discusses Democratic Party in Wide-Ranging Interview In a POLITICO interview at South Philadelphia’s Angelo’s Pizzeria, Governor Josh Shapiro dismissed speculation regarding a 2028 presidential bid, stating his immediate focus remains on securing key midterm victories for Pennsylvania Democrats. Governor Shapiro called for a major ideological debate to define an affirmative platform for […]
May 28, 2026
City Hall Mayor Parker Revises Tax Plan, Proposes 6% Hike on Short-Term Rentals Mayor Cherelle Parker has introduced a revised tax plan that would raise short-term rental taxes by 6% — from 15.5% to 21.5 % — while reducing her proposed hotel-tax increase to 0.6%, bringing it to 16.1%. The changes are aimed at generating […]
May 21, 2026
Editor’s note: The Pennsylvania Perspective will be taking a break for Memorial Day. Regular updates will resume on Thursday, May 28, 2026 Pennsylvania PA 2026 Primary Elections On Tuesday, May 19, 2026, Pennsylvania held its primary elections to finalize the Democratic and Republican candidates for the November 3, 2026 Midterm General Elections. Pennsylvania holds closed […]
May 21, 2026
City Hall Advocacy Groups Oppose Council’s Proposed E‑Bike Licensing Bills Several Philadelphia transportation and mobility organizations issued a joint statement opposing Bills 260525 and 260526, which would create new licensing and registration requirements for e‑bike delivery riders. The groups argue the legislation would burden low‑wage delivery workers and affect immigrant workers who make up a […]
May 20, 2026
Pennsylvania Perspective Special Edition: 2026 Primary Election Recap On Tuesday, May 19, 2026, Pennsylvania held its primary elections to finalize the Democratic and Republican candidates for the November 3, 2026 Midterm General Elections. Pennsylvania holds closed primary elections, meaning that registered Democrats and Republicans can only vote within their own party’s races. Key races included […]
May 18, 2026
Pennsylvania PA 2026 Primary Elections Pennsylvania guides to the 2026 primary elections on May 19 by City & State highlights the competitive primary races for seats in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and Senate. Click here for Spotlight PA’s voting guides on races for governor, the state legislature, and more in 2026. Subscribe Gambling Interests […]
May 14, 2026
Pennsylvania Man Arrested for Threatening 20 Democratic State Lawmakers Pennsylvania State Police arrested 42-year-old Adam G. Berryhill for allegedly making “politically violent” threats on social media against 20 Democratic state legislators. Authorities claim Berryhill posted a “hit list” naming prominent officials and referenced a “Memorial Day Operation” involving potential shootings. While the suspect has been […]
May 14, 2026
City Hall Mayor Parker Signs Six ‘ICE Out’ Bills, Leaves Mask‑Ban Measure Unsigned Mayor Cherelle Parker signed six of the seven ‘ICE Out’ bills approved by the Philadelphia City Council, advancing most of the legislative package, aimed at limiting federal immigration enforcement activity in Philadelphia. She did not sign Bill 260060, which restricts law enforcement […]
May 11, 2026
Pennsylvania PA 2026 Primary Elections Pennsylvania guides to the 2026 primary elections on May 19 by City & State highlights the competitive primary races for seats in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and Senate. Click here for Spotlight PA’s voting guides on races for governor, the state legislature, and more in 2026. Subscribe Governor Shapiro […]
May 07, 2026
Pennsylvania PA 2026 Primary Elections Pennsylvania guides to the 2026 primary elections on May 19 by City & State highlights the competitive primary races for seats in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and Senate. Click here for Spotlight PA’s voting guides on races for governor, the state legislature, and more in 2026. Subscribe Governor Shapiro […]
May 07, 2026
City Hall City Council Responds to the School Closures Vote Prior to the school board’s approval of the facilities plan, Councilmembers stated they were prepared to pursue actions such as lawsuits, injunctions, civil disobedience, and blocking reappointments to oppose the proposed closures, with particular concern for Robeson, Lankenau, and Overbrook. Following the board’s 6–3 vote […]
May 04, 2026
Pennsylvania PA 2026 Primary Elections A Pennsylvania guide to the 2026 primary elections on May 19 by City & State highlights the competitive primary races for seats in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, where Democrats currently hold a narrow edge over Republicans. Spotlight PA also provides a guide on “what you need to know about […]
April 30, 2026
City Hall Council Majority Pushes to Halt School Closures Vote A majority of Philadelphia City Council — ten members including Isaiah Thomas, Curtis Jones Jr., Jamie Gauthier, Quetcy Lozada, and all seven at‑large members — signaled strong opposition to the school board’s planned vote to close 17 schools, saying they were prepared to consider actions […]
April 30, 2026
Pennsylvania PA Primary Election Voter Guide The Pennsylvania primary election will be held on Tuesday, May 19, with polls open from 7am to 8pm. As a closed primary state, only registered Democrats and Republicans may vote for their party’s candidates, with the registration deadline set for May 4 and the mail ballot request deadline on […]
April 27, 2026
Cozen Corner City & State PA Names Mark Alderman, Joe Hill, Jim Davis to Power 100 Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies Chairman Mark Alderman, Philadelphia Managing Director Joe Hill, and Executive Vice President & Pennsylvania State Director Jim Davis were recognized among City & State Pennsylvania’s 2026 Power 100 list for their strategic insight, deep connections, […]
April 23, 2026
Pennsylvania PA Senate Passes Bill Restricting Transgender Athletes in Women’s Sports The Pennsylvania State Senate passed SB1293 in a 30-17 vote, with four Democrats joining the Republican majority, a measure that would require public schools and higher education institutions to designate athletic teams based on biological sex determined at birth. Sponsored by Senator Judy Ward […]
April 23, 2026
City Hall City Council Passes Immigration Enforcement Limits With Veto‑Proof Majority The Philadelphia City Council approved a seven‑bill “ICE Out” package with a veto‑proof majority, establishing new limits on how federal immigration enforcement can operate in the city. The legislation restricts ICE from using masks or unmarked vehicles, bars city agencies from collaborating with ICE […]
April 20, 2026
Pennsylvania PA Court Rules Medicaid Abortion Ban as Unconstitutional Pennsylvania’s Commonwealth Court ruled that the state’s ban on Medicaid coverage for abortions violates the state constitution’s Equal Rights Amendment and equal protection guarantees. In a landmark 4-3 decision, the court found that the coverage exclusion in the Pennsylvania Abortion Control Act was discriminatory, as it […]
April 16, 2026
City Hall Council Advances ICE Out Bill Package On Monday, the City Council’s Committee of the Whole advanced a package of bills that would restrict how federal immigration authorities operate in Philadelphia, including limits on data‑sharing, bans on mask‑wearing by law enforcement, and prohibitions on ICE using city property for staging or processing. 15 members […]
April 16, 2026
Pennsylvania PA House Passes Governor Shapiro’s Budget Proposal, Unlikely to Pass Senate The Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed a mirror of Governor Shapiro’s $53.3 billion budget proposal, but will likely face challenges as it is sent to the Republican-controlled Senate. HB2400 passed by a 107-94 vote with all 102 Democrats and five Republicans voting in […]