Election 2026: Understanding What’s At Stake

October 9, 2026

With Election Day approaching on November 3, WURD is bringing you the conversations that matter as voters prepare to head to the polls.

From local races to national debates, our election coverage examines the candidates, policies and decisions that will shape our communities.

Explore our election coverage playlist for conversations about:

Pennsylvania’s push to open its primaries
Voting rights and the courts
Control of Congress and the stakes of the midterms

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