On April 21st, I participated in Third Act’s march “We the People - Not Data Centers” to speak outside Microsoft’s Washington, DC office on the health harms and severe environmental impacts from AI/crypto data centers and related energy operations in Pennsylvania. Third Act led the group on a tour of the tech oligarchy which included a stroll down the streets of the capitol from the offices of Apple to OpenAI to Microsoft, and more. (Third Act is a nationwide organization bui

This May, Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania is proud to partner with the Alliance for Heat Resilience and Health to support National Heat Safety Week (May 18–22) and bring together organizations, advocates, healthcare professionals, community leaders, and public agencies across Pennsylvania to raise awareness about one of the fastest-growing public health threats of our time: extreme heat. As climate change drives more frequent, intense, and prolonged heat wav

PSR PA Remains Opposed to HB 2151 House Bill 2151, a proposal aimed at guiding how municipalities regulate data centers, has now passed the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. While amendments were made during the legislative process, PSR PA remains opposed to this bill and urges the Pennsylvania State Senate not to advance it. If the state wants to help municipalities, it should provide neutral guidance and support, not a model ordinance embedded in law that could be used

The Voting Basics for Pennsylvanians Misinformation can be one of the biggest barriers to participation in our democracy. The truth? Voting in Pennsylvania is safe, accessible, and one of the most powerful ways you can shape your community’s future. Whether you’re a first-time voter or just need a refresher, here’s what you need to know to make your voice heard in 2026. What is a Primary Election? A primary election is how political parties choose their candidates before the