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Ain’t Nothin’ Like A Petition Party…
The first-ever mayoral petition pitch party will combine ballot signatures and beer, thanks to the Pattison Leader Group
Introducing [YOUR COMPANY NAME HERE] High School
“Condo King” Allan Domb thinks businesses should adopt high schools so they can train their future workers. Restaurateur Jeff Benjamin thinks it’s in companies best interests to help educate Philadelphians. So who’ll be first to sign up? (No, this doesn’t mean Domb is running for mayor.)
Is Richard Vague a Prophet?
In 2014, the Center City venture capitalist and philanthropist wrote a book arguing that widespread debt forgiveness is the best cure for what ails the economy. Someone might have been listening.
Special Report: Anatomy Of A Turnaround
Charter-run Renaissance schools are one of Philly’s few education success stories. A deep dive inside one attempt to transform a failing school begs the question: Should this be the future of reform?
Citizen of the Week: Jordan Burnham
Turning a suicide attempt into a motivational story for audiences across the country.
New Blood: A Novel Idea…Someone On City Council Who Has Actually Run Something
Paul Steinke has managed organizations, including the Reading Terminal Market. Can someone with real world experience make a difference in Philadelphia politics?
Philly’s 13th Check
Thanks to a Jim Kenney bill, we’re paying out bonuses we can’t afford. Let the pandering begin.
Dreamers Welcome
Maybe New York and San Francisco aren’t the only places to be. Suddenly, a new clique of startups from around the country are moving to Philly—and staying
Citizen of the Week: Lauren Summers
A parent takes to Facebook to highlight neighborhood schools that work
We Need a Smart Charter Compromise
Here’s how we can approve high-quality charters without harming District schools