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After the fireworks and red-white-and-blue parades, Committee of 70 convened some of the nation’s most esteemed thought leaders on politics and civic life to talk about, if not the next 250 years, then at least the next few months

Your guide to civic action in Philadelphia, all year long

A progressive Democrat with “firebrand” vibes is poised to represent PA’s 3rd District in the U.S. House of Representatives

You know them as the couple who owns the Phillies. You likely know less about their extensive philanthropy, including being the force behind a major new art exhibition — and that’s just fine with them

The most hyperlocal of political posts helps get out the vote for local, state and national candidates. And guess what? Starting now, you can sign yourself up to run for the job

The Citizen is proud to introduce our annual group of all-stars who are making Philadelphia better — and inspiring us all to do the same.

Who's running for Philadelphia District Attorney, City Controller and local and statewide judicial posts in on November 4

Remi Wolf, Jay Som, Lucy Dacus, Hop Along and more indie rockers alight on FDR Park for a two-night concert benefiting Connor Barwin’s efforts to rebuild Philly playgrounds and rec centers

The surprising — and easy — ways to shrink your weekly piles of trash and recycling, including composting, bespoke recycling and shopping smarter