Topic: Guest Commentary
Rittenhouse Row is the Exception that Proves the Rule
A national retail expert and futurist visited Philadelphia to check out our premier shopping district. This is what he learned
By Michael BerneTreat Kids in the Juvenile Justice System as … Kids
Two Philadelphia women incarcerated in their mid-teens ask for support for comprehensive juvenile justice reform bill that has lingered too long in Harrisburg
By Aqilah David and Alexandria RiveraPA Workers Deserve a Living Wage
Champions of workplace justice and sustainability argue it’s high time for our state to raise the minimum wage
By Devi Ramkissoon, Samuel Jones, and Jude HuseinWe Do Know How to Curb Gun Violence
Police Commissioner Bethel and DA Krasner can't explain the recent drop in gun violence. The head of a community nonprofit on the frontlines says it’s no mystery — but there should be more support
By Mazzie CasherBiden’s Delaware Rabbi Stands by his Man
In conversation with the editor of The Forward, Rabbi Michael Beals doubles down on the value of wisdom and makes a Biblical case for the president after a disastrous debate performance
By Jodi RudorenIt’s Time For Joe To Go
A local businessperson, philanthropist and coach has known — and admired — the President for years. Nine months ago, he made a painful case about the 2024 election. We should have listened
By Seth BergerProtest World vs. Political World
The former communications director to the late Sen. Harris Wofford argues there's too much at stake in this election for educated young people not to think critically about the history they risk repeating
By David M. StonePhilly Finally Fights Back
A Republican former Chester County DA on how Philly is turning the corner on crime
By Thomas HoganSomething Doesn’t Add Up at UArts
University of the Arts’ former CFO wants answers about the suddenly-closed school’s $40 million funding gap
By Louis J. Mayer, EdDThe Pay Paradox of Early Childhood Educators
A policy advisor and former pre-K teacher calls for more investment in our children’s first educators — a proven investment that pays off for all of us.
By Lyssa Horvath