Maybe Pennsylvania Is Ready To Swing

A lot of pundits colored in Pennsylvania with a permanent blue marker for the upcoming presidential election, but with Mitt Romney's strong debate performance, maybe that was premature. We look at Pennsylvania's presidential politics in this week's print edition. Another highlight, a look at the crazy 8th congressional district, which is once again up for grabs. Can't like, the illustration (above) is one of my favorites.

Lots more to enjoy - a look at Philly's climate for startup companies with First Round Capital's move into the city. Also a look at the economic impact of Marcellus Shale; while much of the state wrestles with the environmental impact, people here are saving money.

We also have an interesting Q&A with the principal of a city charter school and we had a lot of fun with By The Numbers, where you'll find the one and only Brian Dawkins.

Great issue and some heavy stuff on the way for next week. Strap in, folks, things are really getting interesting.