Tuesday’s Election: A Noisy Congressional Race & a Quiet Mystery Contest

The 2026 Pennsylvania primary is next week, on May 19. Do you know what’s on your ballot? Host Trenae Nuri runs through what you’re voting on with City Cast Philly politics contributor Lauren Vidas. They explain everything from the hot congressional race to the obscure race with dozens of candidates that you probably didn’t know anything about. Plus, there are two intriguing ballot questions.  For more information on the 3rd Congressional District contest, listen back to this deep dive. If you want a written voter guide to take with you to the voting booth, check out today’s newsletter.  Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Free Library of Philadelphia Philly Foodworks - use the code CITYCAST to receive 20% off your first three orders, plus enjoy a free pound of strawberries