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Home » Archives for Larry Platt

Voice: Larry Platt

Yo Biden, Campaign Like Jagger

Is ageism the last acceptable prejudice? What progressives who fixate on his age miss about Joe Biden’s political chops

By Larry Platt

The Fetterman Dress Code

Are you bothered by our U.S. Senator dressing like he’s at an Eagles game while doing his job for you in the U.S. Senate?

By Larry Platt

Election Winners and Losers

Ryan Boyer, Bob Brady and the anti-Gym forces exulted. Progressives, David Oh and democracy? Not a great night. Here, a report card

By Larry Platt

Inside the Last Days of the Election

Some final thoughts on the mayor’s race as it comes to a close. Are we about to meet a new boss who is the same as the old boss?

By Larry Platt

It’s the Pragmatism, Stupid!

We asked 15 historians to rank Philly's leaders throughout time. As Election Day approaches, our mayoral candidates — and voters — could learn a lot from the results

By Larry Platt

Does It Matter That Cherelle Parker Once Went To Jail?

You decide. After a DUI conviction over a decade ago, the mayoral candidate spent three days behind bars. Here, testimony excerpts

By Larry Platt

What Wasn’t Said about Chester and Philly’s Trash

In last week's debate, Jeff Brown took heat for what he said about our Delco neighbor. But other candidates also seemed unaware of the real issue behind where our trash goes

By Larry Platt

Is Helen Gym a Hypocrite?

Or is she just wrong?

By Larry Platt

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