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Kyle Sammin: Pa. State House map slants toward Dems and away from the state constitution

January 4, 2022January 6, 2022
Kyle Sammin
3

Pennsylvania’s “objective” committee to draw state house districts has emphasized the new principle of “proportionality” to cleverly gerrymander a map in favor of State Democrats.
By Kyle Sammin

State Politics

Rep. Wendi Thomas: New maps for House districts are unfair and less competitive

January 4, 2022January 4, 2022
Rep. Wendi Thomas
5

A redistricting map proposed by the Pennsylvania House of Representatives sows political division and hurts our communities. It’s time for Pennsylvanians to make their displeasure heard.
By Rep. Wendi Thomas

Education

Wolf vetoes measure aimed at increasing transparency in school curriculum

December 23, 2021December 23, 2021
Victor Skinner

Gov. Tom Wolf vetoed legislation Wednesday that would have given parents a closer look at what their children are learning in school.
By Victor Skinner

News

Nutter on homicide crisis: “I wish some of these woke people would go back to sleep.”

December 14, 2021December 24, 2021
Kyle Sammin
4

The former Philadelphia mayor has not receded into the background after publishing a scathing op-ed criticizing District Attorney Larry Krasner.
By Kyle Sammin

News

Pennsylvania taxpayers spend tens of millions on government lobbying

December 7, 2021December 7, 2021
Victor Skinner

A new report reveals Pennsylvania taxpayers paid at least $42 million in lobbying expenses between 2007 and 2020, though the actual cost is likely substantially more.
By Victor Skinner

State Politics

Gina Diorio: After Johnny Doc’s fall, which Pennsylvania politicians are honest?

December 2, 2021December 2, 2021
Gina Diorio
5

A labor leader and Democratic kingmaker bought a seat on Philadelphia’s city council for $70,000 a year. With millions of dollars in other contributions, what else did Johnny Doc’s largesse buy in Pennsylvania?
By Gina Diorio

Crime

Matthew J. Brouillette: Johnny Doc’s conviction could mark a turning point for city

November 18, 2021November 18, 2021
Matthew J. Brouillette

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

Crime

Philadelphia bans police stops for certain traffic violations

November 3, 2021November 3, 2021
Christen Smith
2

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

Crime

Martina White: Progressive politics have made Philadelphia the nation’s murder capital

September 8, 2021September 8, 2021
State Rep. Martina White
2

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

Op-Ed

Tim Hartman: Kenney vs. Krasner, the heavyweight fight!

September 8, 2021September 8, 2021
Tim Hartman
1

Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney and District Attorney Larry Krasner have been, shall we say… less than friendly to each other lately?

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Op-Ed

Thom Nickels: The trash police

Thom Nickels: The trash police

schedule July 09 2025
ink_pen Thom Nickels

The current sanitation strike in the city got me thinking about the trash police that used to patrol the streets. […]

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