Topic: Rail Post
“You Can’t Nice Your Way To Victory”
In a post-election special of our podcast, former Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter and former Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed break down what the hell just happened — and where cities go from here
By J.P. Romney
Breaking the Curse of Gun Violence
Homicides are down more than 45 percent this year, while all shootings have dropped more than 35 percent. How did that happen — and who is most affected?
By Mensah M. Dean
The Message from Voters is Clear
How can we convince more Philadelphians to cast a ballot? A political consultant offers some advice
By Mustafa Rashed
WTF Just Happened?
The fall of progressivism. The rise of Joe Rogan. The score-settling of Bob Brady. The philosophy of Marcus Aurelius…trying to make sense of Tuesday’s Great Realignment
By Larry Platt
What Republicans and Democrats Must Agree On
Two former elected officials — one Republican and one Democrat — insist that free and safe elections matter, regardless of who wins on November 5. Here’s what we need to do to ensure that happens
By former Rep. Jim Gerlach and former Rep. Tim Roemer
How To Really Run A City
The Black Rap Avatars of Trumpism
The long history of Hip Hop’s infatuation with Trump, explained
By James Peterson
Text Your Friends, Get Out the Vote
Who among your friends is a voter — and who is not? A new tech platform helps you find out, and gives tips on how to nudge them to the polls. What are you waiting for?
By Natalie Pompilio
A Republican Mayor’s Unexpected Presidential Vote
Hint: It has to do with character, competence and commitment
By Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt
Closing the Deal
The Harris and Trump campaigns are panicking about their Pennsylvania messaging. What would local political strategists do to capture Philadelphia voters who are critical to a win?
By Malcolm Burnley