Voice: Charles D. Ellison
Seriously? Another Tax Hike?
WURD’s afternoon host says the Mayor’s “lazy” tax increase proposal hurts average Philadelphians. Is there a smarter way to fund our schools?
By Charles D. EllisonWhere’s the real Amazon conversation?
Philly’s on the top 20 list for Amazon’s HQ2, but without the right preparation, could the results be disastrous? WURD’s afternoon host has more
By Charles D. EllisonHey Eagles, can you do North Philly a solid?
WURD’s afternoon host urges the socially-good NFL champs to make its stadium affordable—so Temple doesn’t have to build a new one
By Charles D. EllisonWill Water Bills Drown Philly’s Poor?
WURD’s afternoon host wonders if a new bill assistance program can keep the water on and cover aging system costs
By Charles D. EllisonIs Philly In Denial About Its Jobs Problem?
WURD’s afternoon host contends unemployment is worse than officials want you to know
By Charles D. EllisonWhere is the real outrage over parking?
WURD’s afternoon host decries what’s missing from PPA conversations: The targeting of poor neighborhoods
By Charles D. EllisonBeyond Stop-and-Go
Councilwoman Bass’ controversial Stop-and-Go bill is an opportunity to repair the relationship between customers and owners in neighborhood corner markets
By Charles D. EllisonWho cares about bullying in Philly?
WURD’s afternoon host calls on the school district to heed the call for better anti-bullying practices—before it’s too late
By Charles D. EllisonRiding SEPTA While Elderly
WURD’s afternoon host admonishes the transit agency and City Council for their attitude to Philly’s seniors
By Charles D. EllisonHow Do We Pay for Local Control of the Schools?
With the SRC disbanding, WURD’s afternoon host offers two ideas to avoid raising taxes
By Charles D. Ellison