Lawn signs will only lead to more political polarization in our society. Let’s call it off.
By Kyle Sammin
The Editors: On Covid-19 and competent local governance
Let’s be honest. Over the course of Mayor Kenney’s tenure in office, Philadelphia’s municipal government consistently fails to provide even the most basic services. By The Editors
Dan Pearson: This is why questioning Kamala Harris’ racial makeup will only backfire on Republicans
Attacks from the Right over Kamala Harris’ racial background will only lead to more support from the Black community.
By Dan Pearson
Todd Shepherd: Biden campaign adviser in PA called women ‘hoes’ and ‘b*tches’ on social media
Campaign adviser for Joe Biden and Democratic nominee for Pennsylvania House in Berks County, Manuel Guzman Jr. has come under fire for sexist commentary.
By Todd Shepherd
Todd Shepherd: Rep. Murt Calls Police on Philly Rep. Sims after Curse-Filled Phone Call
State Representative Thomas Murt (R-Montgomery) alleges a threatening phone call with Rep. Brian Sims (D-Philadelphia) over LGBT issues — which they agree on.
By Todd Shepherd
Chris Tremoglie: How the University of Pennsylvania is making a major push for higher voter turnout
In an effort to ensure college students vote, the University of Pennsylvania is creating a campaign to achieve 100% voter registration for all of its students.
By Chris Tremoglie
Matthew Brooks: NAACP fails to stand against anti-Semitism in Philly
Delaware Valley NAACP president Rodney Muhammad has come under fire for posting a profoundly anti-Semitic meme on social media. The post included a misattributed Voltaire quote (actually from an American neo-Nazi), alongside an anti-Semitic cartoon of a Jewish caricature, clasping his hands and pushing down on a mass of people […]
Kyle Sammin: Councilwoman’s proposed tax is unwise, unworkable and unconstitutional
In what has become a yearly tradition, the city seeks to solve its annual budget deficit by reaching into the pockets of the citizenry.
By Kyle Sammin
Terry Tracy: Protecting the commons, art, and the public trust
As the citizens are the direct beneficiaries of the public art – whether affirmation of our civic pride or warnings of our civic failures – when government abdicates its responsibility as trustee, the governed are duty-bound to protect collective cultural heritage.
By Terry Tracy
Wally Nunn: Delco health department debate misses the point
While it is true, as Ms. Panaritis states, that Delaware County has the highest death rate per 100,000 population in Southeastern Pennsylvania, if one looks closely at her charge that the lack of a health department is the cause, her case quickly evaporates.
By Wally Nunn