Politics
Ali Velshi on What Project 2025 Means For An Independent Press
The MSNBC host and Citizen board member talks to Vox Media's Zack Beauchamp about how another Trump administration might damage one of America's most important institutions
By Ali VelshiJosh 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 ShepelavyShould PA Ban Cell Phones in Schools?
And, is it any surprise that legislation on the matter remains stuck in limbo in Harrisburg?
By Richard KoenigWhat’s the Plan, Cherelle?
Bringing city workers back sends an important "open for business" message. But a new report shows Philly lagging behind in adjusting to work from home. Is now the time for a broad economic revival plan?
By Larry PlattThe New Industrial Geography
Drexel’s Metro Finance head on how the U.S. cities primed for re-industrialization are headed for success
By Bruce KatzStop Hitting People With Cars
Three bikers and pedestrians were hit by cars this week in Philly — two fatally — because our roads are unsafe. Here, recommendations to fix that
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyHow To Get an Actual, Permanent Intercity Bus Station
It turns out Philly already has a great candidate to replace the Greyhound station that abruptly closed last year — and an excellent model a few states away for how to make it happen
By Courtney DuCheneAnuj 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 BurnleyA 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
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