Politics
Is The Antidote to Democratic Despair Thinking Smaller?
Coming together for your community is a first step in repairing our politically fractured society. Proof positive: Cities and towns across the U.S., even here in Philly, are doing it
By Richard McKnight
Meet the Philadelphia Documenters
Committee of 70 is reviving the Philadelphia chapter of a Chicago-born program to make sure everyone knows what’s going on in city meetings. Transparency and jobs ensue
By Courtney DuChene
Yet Again, It’s All About Josh
A political commentator argues the PA governor and presidential hopeful is best at making himself look good
By Guy Ciarrocchi
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
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
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
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