Voice: Brett Mandel

In this excerpt from his new book, a longtime political reformer dives deep into Philly’s unique culture of political corruption — and proposes ways to overcome it

Congratulations progressives, you’ve won big in Philly. Now, a good government advocate notes, it’s time to make actual progress where it counts

A court ruled that the City illegally taxed property owners nearly $50 million. A good government watchdog wonders who will be held accountable

What if we got as excited about local politics as we do about local sports? A good government advocate says it could be a game-changer

A good government advocate faults City Hall for the announced closure of the Philadelphia History Museum. Have your say about it tonight.

A good government advocate calls the city’s bad tax assessments for what it is: Corruption. It doesn’t have to be that way

Want to put an end to Councilmanic Prerogative? A good government advocate knows one way: Elect new Councilmembers

A good government advocate cries foul on the city’s faulty oversight of PGW

Recent reports reveal the city has lost or misspent millions of dollars. A good government advocate wonders why no one is paying the price

A good government advocate argues that our leaders raise taxes on the poor city because they run the city poorly