Politics
Another Change Election
A former Congressman from PA on voters turning out in big numbers to rebuke Trump
By Patrick J. Murphy
Who Is Larry Krasner?
Philadelphia’s District Attorney since 2018 is known for his progressive stances and … outspoken self-confidence
By The Philadelphia Citizen Staff
All the Candidates in the 2025 General Election
Who's running for Philadelphia District Attorney, City Controller and local and statewide judicial posts in on November 4
By Courtney Duchene and Lauren McCutcheon
Ali Velshi on Federal Judges as Truth Keepers
The MSNBC host and Citizen board member says appointed jurists aren't just bulwarks against Trump's overreach: They're documenters of it
By Lauren McCutcheon
Civics Out Loud
An iconic Philadelphia author and youth voting activist outlines a day in the life of politically engaged local students, lesson by lesson
By Lorene Cary
War on Antisemitism — or Distraction from Bigotry?
A longtime university president calls out the hypocrisy of Trump’s campaign to protect Jewish students
By Elaine Maimon
What a Bucks Co Sheriff’s Race Can Tell Us about U.S. Politics
Can a challenger in a Bucks County’s election have the formula for how Democrats can win on public safety?
By Malcolm Burnley
Kids Can’t Wait for Politicians to Do Their Jobs
The state’s budget impasse is threatening critical services for children with disabilities or developmental delays. The local Easterseals CEO on what that might mean for our future
By Tim Kerrihard
Ali Velshi Says Dissent is Patriotic
The MSNBC host and Citizen board member reminds Americans that there is nothing more American than protest. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise
By Ali Velshi
What PA’s Double Budget Crisis Means for Us
When a federal government shutdown coincides with an unapproved state budget, the hardest hit will be the Pennsylvanians who need help the most
By Daniel J. Mallinson