Politics
Holding on to Mayor Parker’s Commonsense Coalition
A free market advocate doesn’t always support the mayor’s policies, but he applauds her focus on what really matters to Philadelphians
By Guy Ciarrocchi
Velshi Weighs in on U.S. Strikes in Iran
The MS NOW host and Citizen board member is joined by Rep. Chrissy Houlahan of PA to discuss the U.S. strikes in Iran, how the president sidestepped Congress, and what should happen next
By Ali Velshi
Is Philly Ready for a Driverless Future?
Google’s Waymo taxis are quickly learning Philly roads, while lawmakers — and all of us — grapple with what it means for our city
By Malcolm Burnley
Marijuana Madness Mugs PA Tax Revenue
The late Milton Street proposed legalizing recreational weed in 1983. A longtime local journalist wonders how we can still justify giving up millions of much-needed tax dollars
By Linn Washington Jr.
Unpacking Trump’s State of the Union Address
A former Bucks County Congressman parses President Trump’s spin.
By Patrick J. Murphy
Ali Velshi Asks, Will We Get Tariff Refunds?
The MS NOW host and Citizen board member explains the Supreme Court ruling on Trump's tariffs and asks if Americans are due a refund
By Ali Velshi
Honor my Beautiful Friend by Keeping Planes Safe
In the wake of 2025’s aviation-based tragedies, a Philadelphia school teacher explains her very personal reasons for supporting the ROTOR Act
By Nicole Wyglendowski
Ali Velshi Covers the Gordie Howe International Bridge Saga
The MS NOW host and Citizen board member joins Mitch Landrieu and Fred Hochberg to discuss Trump's threats and damage to our infrastructure projects
By Ali Velshi
Hey Philly! Let’s Hire a Congressperson
Help us write a job description for the candidates vying to replace Philadelphia’s U.S. Representative Dwight Evans — and then join us to help interview them for the job
By Courtney DuChene