Recent flap over a TV ad calling John Fetterman a “self-described democratic socialist“ speaks volumes about the state of American politics.
By Craig Snyder
Christine Flowers: ID-to-Vote isn’t suppression — it’s necessary
Demanding ID-to-vote is not a form of suppression; rather, it enhances the most precious attribute of being an American.
By Christine Flowers
Nick Russo: Retired Philly science teacher leads cleanup effort in Cobbs Creek Park
How a retired Philadelphia high school teacher started an all-volunteer anti-litter movement in Cobbs Creek Park.
By Nick Russo
David Black: Who paid for that political ad? Who knows.
The Supreme Court has ruled that it’s not constitutional for legislators to regulate outside political spending. Our answer is very simple: Let’s make it constitutional.
By David Black
Jeff Hurvitz: Hollywood’s decline as the Oscars slap saga continues to echo
The Oscars is an aging relic that has lost its compass — and Will Smith’s slap points to its impending death.
By Jeff Hurvitz
David Lampo: Legacy media “fact-checkers” are all in on their own Jan. 6 narrative
Their own partisan agenda matters more than the facts.
By David Lampo
Gambescia + Morris: Faint concern for health risks with widespread use of cannabis
Few public health groups have anything to say about the risk of marijuana. One potential scenario: the country’s next public health crisis.
By Stephen F. Gambescia and Thomas Morris
Battle for Hispanic voters comes to key Pennsylvania city
The battle for Hispanic voters in traditional Democratic strongholds is intensifying in Pennsylvania. Last month, the Republican National Committee opened a Hispanic community center in Allentown, the state’s third-largest city.
By Michael Torres
Rep. Kerry Benninghoff: Pennsylvania should take the lead in hitting Russia in its budget
But Pennsylvania can do more to impede Putin’s ability to wage war and continue his quest for increased dominance in Eastern Europe.
By Rep. Kerry Benninghoff
Ellison + Gleason: Honor this, City Council
Our legislators spend more than half their meeting time issuing honorifics, rather than actually legislating to solve Philly’s problems. WURD’s midday host offers a better way.
By Charles Ellison and Mark Gleason