Voice: 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 PlattElection 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 PlattInside 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 PlattIt’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 PlattDoes 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 PlattWhat 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 PlattIs Helen Gym a Hypocrite?
Or is she just wrong?
By Larry PlattWhy Ethics Matter in the Mayor’s Race
Jeff Brown may be under investigation by the Ethics Board. Others have their issues. Which candidate represents the cleanest, least purely transactional style of governing?
By Larry PlattThe Mayoral Ad Wars
Nutter and Street for Rhynhart? Domb goes after Brown? Parker and Gym, crimefighters? Plus, a Tik-Tok jokester weighs in. Get ready for an airwaves assault, Philly
By Larry PlattArena? What Arena?
Former mayors Rendell and Street say the fate of a new Sixers arena should be left to the next Mayor and Council. But do the mayoral candidates want any part of it?
By Larry Platt