Topic: Helen Gym
Safe at Home
Philadelphia’s Eviction Diversion Program has become a model for cities around the country — and a lifesaver for Philadelphia families
By Jessica Blatt PressINTERVIEWS WITH MAYORAL CANDIDATES
The Price of City Council’s National Politics
Councilmembers’ attempts to legislate national politics distract them from the local issues only they can solve. They should do better.
By Jemille Q. DuncanGoverning Makes a Comeback
Council’s passage last week of modest business tax cuts was more than a rebuke of progressives. It also might suggest that reasonableness is trending again
By Larry PlattDo We Need a Wealth Tax?
Councilmembers Kendra Brooks, Helen Gym and Jamie Gauthier, with an assist from Senator Elizabeth Warren, have proposed a drastic taxing of the rich in Philly. But are they unwittingly harming the middle class?
By Larry PlattAre City Council Term Limits on the Way?
Councilmembers Allan Domb, Helen Gym and four others agree that legislators should make way for new blood. Are there six more willing to make it happen?
By Jon GeetingJobs, Jobs, Jobs
What’s the one thing few leaders are talking about as we secure a $2.7 billion windfall? Growing jobs. Is there a plan for that?
By Larry PlattPros and Cons of Eight Likely Candidates
The upsides and downsides of Philadelphia's most likely candidates to be our city's 100th mayor
By Larry PlattThe Age of Denial, Philly-Style
How Councilwoman Helen Gym, Mayor Jim Kenney and even an Inky columnist are catching the allergy to reality
By Larry PlattDoes Helen Gym Want Donald Trump To Be Re-Elected?
Even though Bernie Sanders has endorsed Joe Biden, questions remain about how supportive Democratic Socialists will ultimately be
By Larry Platt