Op-Ed | American Dream

Pennsylvania’s Comeback is the Story of America First

Jondavid “JD” Longo Mary Stiffler February 24, 2026

This article originally appeared in Broad + Liberty on February 24, 2026

As Pennsylvanians join their countrymen in looking ahead to President Trump’s State of the Union address, the Keystone State stands as a shining example of his second-term triumphs. In the thirteen months since his 2025 inauguration, the Trump administration has implemented America First policies that have ignited an economic boom in Pennsylvania, attracting massive investments, creating tens of thousands of jobs, and slashing energy costs for families. These achievements show the America First agenda is delivering real prosperity for Pennsylvanians and all Americans.

The job market in Pennsylvania has surged over the past year. Since January 2025, the state has added nearly 60,000 new jobs, including 4,000 in manufacturing. This builds on the momentum of the first Trump administration, when Pennsylvania added more than 15,600 manufacturing positions in the early years. As a result, thousands of Pennsylvanians have been lifted off food stamps.

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