Opinion
Opinion
Editor’s Note: Making the argument for more newsworthy political debates
Debates offer an opportunity for candidates to distinguish themselves; but most Philly mayoral hopefuls seem to tow the same line.
Education
Opinion
Editor's Note: The Temple graduate student strike exposes educational fault lines
This has proven to be the most contentious and fractured fight in the union’s 30-year history.
Education
Opinion
Editor’s Note: Philadelphia could use a lesson in school board transparency
A mayor-appointed BOE gives the impression that board members are beholden to the mayor and his interests.
News & Politics
Opinion
Opinion: State laws can prevent tragedies without penalizing responsible gun owners.
Gun violence has permeated so much of our society that we are becoming numb to it.
Announcements
Power Lists
Say hello to City & State PA’s 2023 Advisory Board
This 16-person panel helps us select our power lists.
News & Politics
Opinion
Passing voter ID can help restore trust in elections
An argument for why lawmakers owe it to their constituents to put the voter ID amendment on the ballot.
Satire/Odd News
Personality
2023 & Me: Fake ‘family’ connections we wish were the real deal
We shook the state’s political family tree and came up with some fanciful findings.
News & Politics
Opinion
Philadelphia mayoral candidates: Listen to the city’s Muslim community
It’s a solid voting bloc capable of wielding great influence this election cycle.
Opinion
Opinion
Editor’s Note: Looking back, looking forward
A 2022 to remember – and build on in the coming year.
News & Politics
Opinion
Supreme Court case on state legislatures could have ‘devastating consequences’
This week the nation’s high court will hear Moore v. Harper, a case examining independent state legislature theory.
News & Politics
Opinion
Editor’s Note: What Jim Kenney can learn from Eric Adams
If Philly is expecting even more migrants, better take some notes from New York City – on what not to do.
Opinion
Opinion
In Pennsylvania, voters decide, not politicians
Even as some politicians continue to sow doubt about elections, communities fight back.
Opinion
Opinion
John Fetterman’s desire to eliminate cash bail would hurt Pennsylvanians
This egregious policy has been tried – and failed – elsewhere.
Policy
Opinion
Editor’s Note: Don’t forget the ballot initiatives next week
They’re important if you want to have a say in how city government works.
Opinion
Opinion
Keeping kids in the community improves public safety
Passage of a Senate bill addressing juvenile justice reform is critical to creating a just system.
Policy
Opinion
Editor’s Note: What happens when the levies break homeowners
An argument for seriously considering doing something about the dreaded property tax.
News & Politics
Opinion
The crisis with Crisis Pregnancy Centers in Pennsylvania
‘We must take measures to safeguard abortion access and reproductive health services at the statewide level.’
Opinion
Opinion
Some solutions for a better, safer Philadelphia
Philadelphia mayoral hopeful Allan Domb vows to make public safety his top priority.
Opinion
Opinion
Editor’s Note: The bittersweet essence of September
How Holly McCaffrey’s story might serve as inspiration for kids starting up school again.
Opinion
Opinion