Voice: Jemille Q. Duncan

Who’s New on Philadelphia City Council?
Meet Quetcy Lozada, Sharon Vaughn, Anthony Phillips and Jimmy Harrity
By Jemille Q. Duncan
Seeing Black Excellence
Being surrounded by Black leaders I admire during two Philadelphia events reminded me why young Black men need other Black men as mentors
By Jemille Q. Duncan
What to Know About Philly’s 2022 Ballot Questions
Every Philadelphia citizen ought to understand what they are or aren’t voting for.
By Jemille Q. Duncan
The Problem with Blaming Parents for Kids’ Unlawful Behavior
When parents themselves are disadvantaged — single, impoverished, young — a community of adults must step up to help children
By Jemille Q. Duncan
The Price of City Council’s National Politics
Councilmembers’ attempts to legislate national politics distract them from the local issues only they can solve. They should do better.
By Jemille Q. Duncan
What Happens in City Hall When Council Resigns?
Four City Councilmembers have already resigned to run for Mayor — with the possibility of two more leaving before the new session begins. A former Council staffer explains what that means
By Jemille Q. Duncan
How Not To Treat Young Professionals
A precocious young professional and scholar has a message for Philly employers: Equitable treatment for your youngest colleagues means giving them the respect — and pay — they deserve
By Jemille Q. Duncan
Sprinting Toward Gomorrah
A woman’s rape on the El—while other riders did nothing but hold up their cameras—forces a Gen Z’er to confront the dehumanizing consequences of lives lived on social media.
By Jemille Q. Duncan
Laws We Can Actually Understand
A group of law students in India is working to “translate” the country’s laws so that every citizen can understand their rights and responsibilities. A similar effort here could be one way to make our government more accessible to Philadelphians, too.
By Jemille Q. Duncan