Guest Commentary

Packing for Climate Change

Prepping for a vacation out West was different this summer. Before we get used to the new environmental normal, do something

By Josh Mogerman

The Phils Honored Rochelle Bilal?

The city’s scandal-ridden Sheriff proves again that she can survive any controversy. But is she really who we want to hold up as a hero?

By Malcolm Burnley
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Ali Velshi Tells a Tale of Two Economies

The MS NOW host and Citizen board member is joined by economist Justin Wolfers to discuss the disconnect between what Americans are experiencing and what Trump claims about jobs, wages, and inflation

By Ali Velshi

Gov. Shapiro’s FY27 Budget, By The Numbers

In partnership with Committee of Seventy, a detailed breakdown of how much of each Pennsylvanian’s money Shapiro and the state legislature will use next year

By Nick Hand

Mayor Parker’s FY27 Budget, By The Numbers

In partnership with Committee of Seventy, a breakdown per person of how the Mayor and City Council will use your money over the next year.

By Nick Hand
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Ali Velshi on Trump Canceling Federal Grants to States That Voted For Kamala Harris

The MS NOW host and Citizen board member is joined by former Washington Governor Jay Inslee to discuss how the Trump Administration is weaponizing federal grants for political punishment

By Ali Velshi
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Ali Velshi Reminds Us a President Who Isn’t Accountable Isn’t a Real President

The MS NOW host and Citizen board member is joined by professor Jason Stanley to outline how Trump is stripping government accountability to advance his "fascist" agenda

By Ali Velshi

A Trash Policy That Changes … Nothing

The City’s former Litter Czar bemoans what could be a missed opportunity for real environmental and sanitation changes in Philly. Here’s how we can do better

By Nicolas Esposito
Guest Commentary

How The Knicks (Yes, the Knicks) are Like Lincoln

A former Philadelphia Mayor on the political and life lessons gleaned from the NBA Finals

By Michael A. Nutter
How To Really Run A City

A Masterclass in Politics and Fearlessness

By J.P. Romney