US Attorney William McSwain holds District Attorney Larry Krasner responsible for seven year-old Zamar Jones’ death, as homicides continue to soar in Philadelphia.
By Todd Shepherd
Christine Flowers: Fighting for the Christopher Columbus statue, civilized society and against mob rule
It’s neighbors and the rule of law vs. Cancel Culture mobs and Mayor Kenney when it comes to the Columbus statue in South Philadelphia.
By Christine Flowers
Albert Eisenberg: The progressive vs. bigot binary
A political consultant and Broad + Liberty co-founder warns that the state of our public discourse comforts the Woke fringe — but stifles solutions.
By Albert Eisenberg
Jenny DeHuff: Protesters’ suit against city brings more headaches for already troubled administration
Seismic shifts in our city’s government, procedures and citizens lie ahead as Kenney’s number two steps down.
By Jenny DeHuff
A. Benjamin Mannes: Media silence as murders surge in Philly
As murder rates surge to epidemic proportions in Philadelphia, our media corps seems more motivated by moving statues than reducing deaths.
By Benjamin Mannes
Stu Bykofsky: No, ‘no cop zone’ in Philly
Mayor Jim Kenney or Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw should give the order to reclaim the Von Colln sign and establish authority at the political encampment on the Parkway.
By Stu Bykofsky
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
Stephen F. Gambescia: Could local news outlets save journalism?
The Philly soda tax debate shines a light on how good local journalism should function on important policy debates.
By Stephen F. Gambescia
Linda A. Kerns: Beyond platitudes, real criminal justice reforms needed from Philadelphia government
Meaningful reform requires more than hashtags and removal of statues.
By Linda A. Kerns
Todd Shepherd: Philly PD providing extra security to some city council members
While most of City Council stays silent as law enforcement are vilified — and signs off on bills to prevent police funding increases — the vast majority of members are receiving private police protection.
By Todd Shepherd