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Penn’s Provocateurs
People are starting to ask whether the Ivy League school should contribute more to the city. And no one has been louder than an activist group of students
Change or Die
What do the Housing Authority, the Zoo and the Orchestra have in common? Leaders who embrace change
A Depressing Debate
Last night’s mayoral debate was a sad affair. But not because of the candidates.
Building A Better Community College of Philadelphia
Other cities with similar challenges report better student outcomes. Here’s how we can get our Community College mojo back
Taking On Asthma
It is the number one cause of chronic absenteeism in Philadelphia schools, and one of the reasons so many children fall behind. One woman is working to change all that, at home and in schools
Meet The Problem Solver…
Michael Gomez, Principal of Cristo Rey Philadelphia High, on the North Philly school’s innovative model
Moscow on the Delaware
With two months to go in the election, can Democratic Party candidates rise above the mediocrity of one party rule?
The Citizen Recommends…The Storm: Philadelphia 1765-1790
The latest installment of Sam Katz’s documentary on the history of Philadelphia airs Thursday, April 2 at 7:30 pm on Channel 6
Kill The Property Tax
The way we fund schools is fatally flawed. It’s time to find a better way.
New Blood: Has Allan Domb Lost His Mind?
Condo King Allan Domb shocked the establishment by running for City Council. He hopes he’s just the first business macher to get off the sidelines.