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Topic: Supreme Court

Guest Commentary: Guns, Abortion and the Folly of Originalism

The Supreme Court decisions on abortion and handguns are more informed by Humpty Dumpty than by sophisticated legal reasoning

By Carl Singley

Local Action!

The city has tried—and failed—twice before to pass local gun control. Is now the time to test the courts and state legislature and try again?

By Mark Dent

Still not here, still not now

Another Supreme Court decision paving the way for more local gun control laws still doesn't change anything in Philadelphia

By Stephen St. Vincent

Court Protects Philly Voters

How a historic vote means your voice will still be heard (as loudly)

By Stephen St. Vincent

Court May Dock Philly Unions’ Clout

The Friedrich case could mean less money—and less influence—for Philly unions

By Stephen St. Vincent

Not here, not now

Why a Supreme Court decision paving the way for more local gun control laws will not change anything in Philadelphia

By Stephen St. Vincent

Kathleen Kane: Welcome to Justice, Keystone State Style

Kathleen Kane may be removed from office even before a trial on her alleged crimes—for which she may be acquitted

By Larry Platt

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