Politics

Listen: Ali Velshi on Trump’s Rhetoric and the Word “Vermin”
The MSNBC anchor and Citizen Board member asks that we pay attention to Trump's rhetoric, which has moved from bizarre to dangerous
By Ali Velshi
Cherelle Parker’s Philly Shine
The mayor-elect’s election night speech heralds new energy. Plus: Shapiro wasn’t on the ballot, but was a winner nonetheless
By Larry Platt
2023 Election: Judges Who Won in Philadelphia and Pennsylvania
This slate of state-level justices could decide the fate of abortion, redistricting, gun laws, and more in Pennsylvania; while municipal judges you elect will handle criminal and civil cases.
By Julie Platt and The Citizen Staff
More Age Diversity, Please
A young local public policy professional says adding term limits would cycle out politicians who’ve overstayed their welcome — and invite new, younger leaders into the legislative mix
By Jemille Q. Duncan
2023 Election: Who Won in Philadelphia
On November 7, Philly (some of us, at least) voted. Here's our list of winners and losers for Mayor, City Council, judges, and more
By Julie Platt and The Citizen Staff
2023 Election: Who Won Seats on Philadelphia City Council?
Meet your 2024 members of Philadelphia City Council
By The Philadelphia Citizen Staff
Who is Cherelle Parker?
Parker will be the 100th — and first woman — mayor of Philadelphia. Here's what we know about her
By The Philadelphia Citizen Staff
The Ultimate Guide to the 2023 General Election in Philadelphia
Tuesday, November 7 — today! — we vote. Here's everything you need to know about candidates for Mayor, City Council, judges — the future of Philadelphia
By Julie Platt and The Citizen Staff