Will crime rates become a referendum on the job performance of Josh Shapiro and John Fetterman as they work to become the keystone state’s next Governor and U.S. Senator?
By A. Benjamin Mannes
R. Seth Williams: The majority-minority defense
Krasner’s holier-than-thou defense of his actions rings false as Philadelphians live in fear of crime and violence.
By R. Seth Williams
Another judge excoriates Krasner and team, sanctions him on candor issues
Federal judge says DA’s office lied about contacting a victim’s family before attempting to reduce a murderer’s sentence.
By Todd Shepherd
Ben Mannes: Is Krasner violating the civil rights of Philadelphia police officers?
Violent crime suspects are released after arrests for charges dropped or downgraded by the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office, but Krasner seems steadfast in charging police officers with less probable cause. Is that an equal protection problem?
By A. Benjamin Mannes
Man accused of multiple rapes in Philadelphia was paroled in 2020 on gun charge from 2019
Arrested for illegally possessing a firearm as a felon, Kyle Dennison was set loose after just a few months in prison.
By Todd Shepherd
Philly DA Krasner calls House subpoena ‘anti-democratic’
A national trend of criticism aimed at district attorneys in major cities has sparked a feud in Philadelphia between the DA and state Republicans.
By Anthony Hennen
Ben Mannes: Krasner lets criminals loose to offend again
Records show arrestees for numerous felonies while on bail, parole, or probation for other crimes.
By A. Benjamin Mannes
Pa. Supreme Court justice excoriates Krasner, alleges abuse of grand jury process
The Democratic justice concurred separately to express his distaste for Krasner’s misuse of the legal system.
By Todd Shepherd
R. Seth Williams: Progressive myths or reality-based solutions
Real-world results are more important than political orthodoxy in keeping Philadelphia safe.
By R. Seth Williams
Jeff Hurvitz: Parkway shooting shows Philadelphia’s failure of leadership
Kenney and Krasner are unwilling or unable to stop the city’s decay.
By Jeff Hurvitz