The time is now, and demands that we again be bold and show the world we are committed and willing to reduce gun violence and the saving of lives in a new and profound way.
By Seth Williams
Jabari Jones: Politicizing gun violence is killing Philadelphia — literally
“But most politicians continue to play defensive politics with an issue in which lives are at stake, debating things that shouldn’t be debatable.”
By Jabari K. Jones
Matthew J. Brouillette: Johnny Doc’s conviction could mark a turning point for city
Dougherty’s conviction has dealt a blow to the Democrat machine in the largest city in the biggest swing state in the nation. Will Philadelphia emerge from crony corruption or will someone fill Johnny Doc’s shoes?
By: Matthew J. Brouillette
Patty-Pat Kozlowski: In Philadelphia, every week is Shark Week
Until Philadelphia’s elected officials start taking senseless, spiking violence seriously, every week will be Shark Week.
By Patty-Pat Kozlowski
Philadelphia bans police stops for certain traffic violations
Philadelphia became the first major U.S. city to ban police stops for minor traffic violations in an effort to reduce harmful interactions between law enforcement and people of color.
By Christen Smith
Jeff Hurvitz: Broad & Olney – A window into Philadelphia crime
What can the Broad Street and Olney Avenue intersection tell us about a troubling rise in violent crime and the crumbling of law and order in Philadelphia?
By Jeff Hurvitz
Martina White: Progressive politics have made Philadelphia the nation’s murder capital
A focus on progressive policies and inaction from Democrat leaders has led to Philadelphia leading in homicides. Unless electeds prioritize the lives of citizens, the city will continue to be a playground for violent criminals.
By State Rep. Martina White
Gabe Kaminsky: When will PA mayors wake up to the crime crisis?
As violent crime skyrockets in Pennsylvania, many are unsure if Democrat leaders are capable of maintaining law and order. Now, criticism against these electeds is intensifying.
By Gabe Kaminsky
Persistent drug crime stokes fear in Philly neighborhood
“I used to come out at 11 o’clock at night and walk my dog…I don’t do it now.”
By Todd Shepherd
Patty-Pat Kozlowski: Wit or witout gunfire?
The cheesesteak has been caught in the crossfire of Philadelphia violence. If nothing else, an attack on the city’s sacred sandwich should spur electeds to act.
By Patty-Pat Kozlowski