The party hierarchy must do a better job of endorsing candidates — or step aside for someone who will.
By Beth Ann Rosica and Clarice Schillinger
Andy Bloom: Election 2022 — when the red wave crashed
Incumbents held on and little changed despite widespread national dissatisfaction. One reason: poor candidate selection.
By Andy Bloom
Christine Flowers: Scenes from an Italian restaurant (on election night)
“Just because I wasn’t engaging with others doesn’t mean I wasn’t eavesdropping, one of Philadelphia’s distinctive traditions.”
By Christine Flowers
Abhi Samuel: It’s not just the messaging
Elections come and go, but when trust in government is breaking, you can’t repair it by recruiting the best speaker or marketing agency.
By Abhi Samuel
The Editors: Oz is serious, Fetterman goes low on issues facing Philadelphia
The campaign has revealed a great deal about both senatorial candidates.
From the Editors
Hunter Tower: Teachers’ unions deserve no ‘amnesty’ for exploiting Covid fears
Accountability, not amnesty: don’t let the teachers’ unions sweep their misdeeds under the rug.
By Hunter Tower
The Editors: What we learned from our Candidate Spotlight Series
The Campaign Spotlight Series was a success, thanks to all of those candidates who took the time to explain their ideas to voters.
From The Editors
Christine Flowers: Don’t call us roaches!
Comparing people to vermin is disgusting — but will anyone condemn it when the target is Republican-voting women?
By Christine Flowers
Sen. Roger Marshall: Dr. Oz would represent Pennsylvanians well in the U.S. Senate
The skills that made him a successful physician would translate into making him a successful senator, as well.
By Sen. Roger Marshall, M.D.
Craig Snyder: The agony of victory — Reflections on the 2022 elections before they’re over
A red wave is coming, but not everyone it sweeps into office will be the same.
By Craig Snyder