August 5, 2020 | 5:06 PM
Ex-state lawmaker ordered to begin house-arrest sentence
Movita Johnson-Harrell was accused of taking money from the nonprofit and spending it on vacations, clothing and other personal needs.
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February 24, 2020 | 11:00 AM
How political party insiders — not voters — dictate Pa. special election candidates
Critics call the process "undemocratic" and rife with "insiderism.” The parties say it works just fine
December 19, 2019 | 9:31 AM
‘I trusted her’: West Philly residents weigh in on replacement for Movita Johnson-Harrell
Their previous representative, Movita Johnson-Harrell, resigned Friday after she was charged with siphoning funds from Motivations Education & Consultation Associates, a nonprofit she started.
December 5, 2019 | 4:25 PM
Lawmaker accused of theft from charity announces resignation
A Pennsylvania lawmaker accused of bilking a charity she founded out of more than a half-million dollars is telling legislative leaders she’s resigning as of
next week.
December 4, 2019 | 3:43 PM
Philadelphia state rep. charged with stealing more than $500,000 from nonprofit
Democrat Movita Johnson-Harrell says she plans to resign. She won her seat in a special election nine months ago, replacing a representative charged with bribery.
March 27, 2019 | 9:56 AM
Polarizing prayers in Pa. government: When do religious words cross the line?
March 27, 2019 | 8:09 AM
Polarizing prayers in Pa. government: When do religious words cross the line?
“Opening prayers should be inclusive and respectful to the whole community. They should never be divisive."
March 26, 2019 | 5:44 AM
