Politics
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Josh Shapiro for VP?
The first-term governor is expected to be on the shortlist for Vice Presidential candidate on a Kamala Harris ticket. Here’s what that might mean
By Roxanne Patel Shepelavy![](https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/pexels-rdne-6936137-791x400.jpg)
Should PA Ban Cell Phones in Schools?
And, is it any surprise that legislation on the matter remains stuck in limbo in Harrisburg?
By Richard Koenig![](https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Anuj_Gupta_Welcoming_Center2-791x400.jpg)
Anuj Gupta Wants Your Immigrants. Now.
Amid a toxic political environment, the new CEO of Philadelphia’s Welcoming Center is urging leaders throughout the state to recognize the importance of wooing immigrants — before it’s too late
By Malcolm Burnley![](https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/HTRRAC-Ep-5-Twitter-1186-x-600-px-791x400.png)
How To Really Run A City: A Special Episode on Citizenship
In the latest episode our podcast, former mayors Michael Nutter of Philadelphia and Kasim Reed of Atlanta revisit past guests for a reminder about what really matters in America today
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New Urban Order: Why We Need a National Urbanist Party
There is no Republican or Democratic way to pick up the trash piling up in cities — but maybe there should be.
By Diana Lind![](https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Velshi-stakes-of-the-election-791x400.jpg)
Listen: Ali Velshi Lays Out the Stakes of the 2024 Election
The MSNBC host and Citizen board member says it's OK to be concerned about Biden's age. But the larger concern is democracy itself
By Ali Velshi![](https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Symone_Salib_Voting_Mural_Community-791x400.jpg)
10 Ways To Help Get Out the Vote
It’s all hands on deck this year to ensure Philadelphia voter turnout is the highest it can be. Here’s how you can help.
By Katherine Rapin and The Philadelphia Citizen Staff![](https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/patriotic-american-flag-america-4th-of-july-791x400.jpg)
Choose Democracy
The assault on the U.S. Capitol was a low point of our 248-year history. It’s time to pick a side: Are you for or against democracy?
By Roxanne Patel Shepelavy