Voice: Larry Platt
Meet the Civic Innovators
The Citizen recognizes a few of the Civic Innovators bringing forth change in Philly
By Larry PlattIs the National Anthem Stupid?
Why do we sing it before sporting events, anyway?
By Larry PlattFeastival
What does the annual foodie party to support the Fringe have in common with Jane Jacobs?
By Larry PlattThe Amazon Follies
Is the Kenney administration creative enough to make the sale?
By Larry PlattMichael Smerconish’s “Divided We Stand”
The Sirius XM talk show host, CNN pundit and Inquirer columnist has posted a speech that is the best explanation yet for how Trumpism came to be
By Larry PlattStraight Outta Central Casting
A novice Chester County congressional candidate is a military vet, entrepreneur and engineer who seeks to be the change she wants to see in the world
By Larry PlattMalcolm Jenkins’ September Surprise
Last week, the All-Pro Eagle—and new Citizen columnist—hosted a party…with a criminal justice reform twist
By Larry PlattAt What Price Soda Tax?
A recent TV investigative report of the city’s pre-K initiative raises questions about just what it means to be progressive in Philadelphia
By Larry PlattRizzo, A Modest Proposal
The Kenney administration wants ideas on what to do with the statue. Here’s one that will show Philly is committed to talking to itself about race
By Larry PlattThe Equivocator-in-Chief
The president is a master at moral equivocation. As local activists set sights on the Rizzo statue, let’s answer him by making it a teachable moment
By Larry Platt