Voice: Diana Lind
The best reason to bring Amazon to Philly
Bringing the retail giant here could be a great experiment in equitable economic development
By Diana LindWhat to do about a problem like SEPTA?
The transit agency is finally sounding the alarm. It may be too little, too late
By Diana LindDeath to the Single Family Home
In the first of a series, an urban affairs expert explores ways to solve the affordable housing crisis in Philadelphia. Hint: It involves less home ownership
By Diana LindThe Once and Future Publishing Capital?
Let’s make Philly a major media hub. It would bring jobs, people and fun to Philly
By Diana Lind12 Ways of Looking at the NFL Draft
A Fairmount resident, in the epicenter of the city’s festival-mania, wonders: Do I hate fun?
By Diana LindWhere Are You, Tom Wolf?
The 2018 governor’s race is just around the corner. Why isn’t the governor making his case?
By Diana LindRescuing Retail
Philly is on the verge of losing the authentic local stores that make it vital. Could socially minded venture capitalism be the answer?
By Diana LindVote Your City
Want politicians who reflect tolerant urban values? Then we need to ensure urban citizens vote
By Diana LindBuilding a Goldilocks City
What’s lost in the furor over the fate of Jewelers Row is a larger debate about how Philly really wants to grow
By Diana LindAmerica’s Most Revolutionary City?
Next week’s convention is Philly’s chance to prove the last decade was just the beginning of big changes
By Diana Lind