Politics

The city stands to receive $1.4 billion. How confident are you that the Kenney administration will put it to good use?

State and local leaders refused to comment on the city’s district attorney to a Broad + Liberty reporter. Meanwhile, murders eclipsed the 100 mark

Congress just allotted a much-needed windfall to post-pandemic Philly. Now it’s time, Philly 3.0’s engagement director urges, to decide on our priorities

Two recent public policy press conferences raise the question: Do Philly leaders have any new ideas for old, intransigent problems? Maybe one gaping problem is an opportunity for new thinking

Union boss John Dougherty was indicted again this week, and 12 percent of City Council is facing corruption charges. One outraged elected official is calling for an end to the scourge of Philly politics

Rising house prices should mean rising tax revenue to help close Philly’s budget gap. Too bad, Philly 3.0’s engagement director notes, the City’s property office is still too dysfunctional to reassess values

Former Governor Ed Rendell and Congressman Dwight Evans voice their concerns for the state of Philadelphia

The Covid Relief Bill includes much-needed funding for city services—if, Philly 3.0’s engagement director cautions, Congress doesn’t take it away

All-Star #4: Hannah Callowhill Penn

If we really want a robust debate in 2023, how about some bold, unconventional candidates? Here, a list of unusual suspects.