Topic: Johnny Doc
The Fix: Judges Who Meet the Moment
Judge Jeffrey Schmehl’s lax sentencing this week of John Dougherty’s co-conspirators is a reminder that corruption flourishes when punishment meets the Philly Shrug
By Larry PlattGuest Commentary: Local News Matters
What do a historic muckraker, the corruption trial of Johnny Doc, and the long arc of justice in Philadelphia have in common? A robust local newspaper
By Anthony GreenThe Biggest Local 98 Indictment Scandal Is Totally Legal
John Dougherty and Bobby Henon may go to jail for embezzlement and other crimes. But as Philly 3.0’s engagement director notes, it’s the rest that should really worry us
By Jon GeetingPerp Walk City
With Johnny Doc now in the Feds’ crosshairs, is it time to think innovatively about taking on our culture of corruption?
By Larry PlattCourt May Dock Philly Unions’ Clout
The Friedrich case could mean less money—and less influence—for Philly unions
By Stephen St. Vincent