Despite multiple requests for comment, a host of state and local leaders would rather not talk about Philly DA Larry Krasner. This silence comes as Philadelphia eclipsed 100 murders in the first 74 days of 2021.
By Todd Shepherd
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Pennsylvania legislators push back against Wolf’s proposed personal income tax hike
Gov. Tom Wolf’s call to raise Pennsylvania’s personal income tax was scrutinized by a number of state senators t a recent budget hearing.
By Dave Fidlin
Guy Ciarrocchi: Philadelphia is in serious trouble — monumental changes are needed
Philadelphia entered the pandemic with a rising crime rate, poor student test scores and among the highest poverty in the nation. It’s done nothing to fix those problems.
By Guy Ciarrocchi
Gina Diorio: The COVID-19 data that never existed
In response to a Right-to-Know request, the Pa. Department of Health (DOH) revealed that Gov. Wolf’s travel restrictions were unsupported by any data.
Southeast PA Dems ramp up criticisms of Wolf’s vaccine rollout
“This is the first time that I can recall our entire delegation — that means federal, state, local, Democrat and Republican — coming together all on one issue — the first time. Which should suggest to those listening: there’s a problem. And the problem is now a crisis.”
By Todd Shepherd
Jared Solomon: Time to say enough to corruption
Union boss John Dougherty was indicted again this week, and 12 percent of City Council is facing corruption charges. One outraged elected official is calling for an end to the scourge of Philly politics.
By Jared Solomon
Beth Mumford: Independent contracting empowers women — let’s protect it.
Congress should be working to make it easier, or at least not make it harder, for someone to earn a living through independent work.
By Beth Mumford