Topic: Josh Shapiro
Josh Shapiro’s Master Class
Sure, the Governor’s handling of the I-95 mess has the nation talking. But in countless other ways — including his support of school vouchers — he’s demonstrating a political inside game, too
By Larry PlattGive School Buildings as Much Attention as I-95
Philadelphia’s section of collapsed interstate reopened in record speed. Why, two City Councilmembers wonder, can’t we do the same for damaged schools?
By Isaiah Thomas and Quetcy LozadaI-95 (a Troubled History)
The overpass collapse last week was not the first catastrophe associated with Philly’s stretch of interstate. That dates back to … the beginning
By J.P. RomneyThree Simple Reforms to Boost PA’s Fortunes
A former Tom Wolf staffer on how legislators can tackle the housing, job and wage issues that most affect Pennsylvanians
By Mark NicastreWhat Shapiro Got Right on College Degrees
The new governor eliminated the requirement of a four-year degree for most jobs in state government. A longtime university president explains why she applauds the decision
By Elaine MaimonWhat Should Josh Shapiro Do?
Mandate? Voters elected him to be not crazy. Here's a game plan beyond that low but necessary bar for the new governor
By Larry PlattWho Will Control the PA General Assembly?
The 2022 Pennsylvania general election was full of surprises. Philly 3.0's engagement director takes a look at the statewide election results, Philadelphia voting trends, and political ramifications
By Jon GeetingGovernor, Senator … Who Won, Who Lost in the PA General Election
Pennsylvania made international news during the midterm elections. But Philadelphians also voted for representatives in City Council, U.S. Congress, and on ballot questions
By The Philadelphia Citizen StaffThe Jewish Obama! Niceness Makes a Comeback! The Best PA Reporter Commutes From London!
And other notes from a crazy, conventional wisdom-defying election
By Larry PlattOnly Vigilance — and Voting — Can Protect Education
Education is a fundamental building block of democracy — which is why it’s become a prime target of attack. In Philadelphia and Pennsylvania and everywhere, we all must do our part to protect it
By Elaine Maimon