Voice: Malcolm Burnley

Kensington’s Recovery Plan
At the epicenter of the region’s opioid and homelessness crisis, the River Wards have been all but abandoned by city leaders. But does the City already have a solution to the problem?
By Malcolm Burnley
Who Didn’t Vote in 2020
Philly’s once-in-a-generation turnout helped give Joe Biden the presidency. But in North Philly’s Hunting Park, voters mostly stayed home. What will get them to the polls next time?
By Malcolm Burnley
Putting Money to Work
Women’s Way is set to expand a financial coaching program that has already helped 250 low- and moderate-income women save $115,000. Could it be the key to getting them through the pandemic?
By Malcolm Burnley
Why Porngate Still Matters
One of the previously unnamed judges tagged for sending offensive emails in the 2015 scandal is running for Superior Court. Post #MeToo, what do voters have the right to know?
By Malcolm Burnley
Philly’s Voting Machine Fiasco…
...is even worse than you thought. The City wants to buy a costly machine that may be easily-hacked. Is it too late to stop it?
By Malcolm Burnley
Ideas We Should Steal: “The Real Possibilities for Change”
Connecticut’s Child FIRST program sends therapists into homes to help families address crippling mental health needs. Could it help the poorest Philadelphians get ahead?
By Malcolm Burnley
Meet the Disruptors: Dave Silver and Will Toms
An innovative music incubator helps local musicians succeed—and stay in Philly
By Malcolm Burnley
Clean Philly: Let’s Take On Filthadelphia!
Jim Kenney needs a win right out of the gate. Here are three things he can do to declare war on trash.
By Malcolm Burnley