How Philly Sees Philly: The Soda Tax is Still Controversial

The latest data from A Greater Philadelphia unpacks how local Dems view Mayor Kenney’s self-proclaimed biggest accomplishment

By Roxanne Patel Shepelavy

What Are the Soda Tax Facts?

A new, independent study sheds some light on our ongoing political debate. Isn't it time Mayor Kenney started paying attention?

By Larry Platt

Guest Commentary: In Defense of the Soda Tax

In response to a Citizen commentary, the Executive Director of Public Citizens for Children and Youth argues that the soda tax is working, for kids and the city

By Donna Cooper

At What Price Soda Tax?

A recent TV investigative report of the city’s pre-K initiative raises questions about just what it means to be progressive in Philadelphia

By Larry Platt

Scenes from a (soda tax) protest

Last week’s rally against the soda tax lacked many things—including a crowd

By Iain Levison

Is the Soda Tax Legal?

It’s likely to pass City Council on Thursday. But will it amount to nothing?

By Stephen St. Vincent

City Council Hearings: Soda Tax? How about a Container Tax!

Plus: LGBT-owned businesses, and shedding light on red light cameras

By Stephen St. Vincent

City Council Hearings: Have Your Say On the Soda Tax

Plus: Council takes Superintendent Hite to task, and the City gets a little more sustainable

By Stephen St. Vincent