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Introducing the Perennial Philadelphian
2+ hour, 59+ min ago (263+ words) A column on high culture in the Athens of America. The Philadelphia lately conjured in the public imagination is one of grit, at once proud and self-critical. We have all seen the portrait: a blue-collar sports town. (Just think of…...
Rep. Joe Kerwin: An investment in American defense is an investment in Pennsylvania
3+ hour, 4+ min ago (541+ words) That's why I support the FY 2027 defense budget, which requests funding for critical systems that will defend our troops on the modern battlefield. This comprehensive new budget will increase the well-being of our troops and protect them from the new…...
Andrew Lewis: Shapiro betrayed Pennsylvania kids in 2023. He cannot do it again in 2026.
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (765+ words) When it comes to school choice, Gov. Josh Shapiro often finds himself in hot water. In 2023, he shook hands on a budget deal that included a $100 million scholarship program for kids stuck in Pennsylvania's worst-performing schools'a program which he endorsed…...
Terry Tracy: Stay and fight " Why John Fetterman should remain a Democrat
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (940+ words) Fetterman's value lies in forcing the arguments that Josh Shapiro too often avoids. By Terry Tracy John Fetterman's recent Washington Post essay was written in response to growing speculation that he may eventually leave the Democratic Party. Fetterman was not…...
Letters to the editor (5/8/2026)
3+ day, 2+ hour ago (455+ words) Eddystone has the potential to be a leader in clean energy innovation. Our location, infrastructure, and workforce could support renewable energy manufacturing, green job training programs, and community-owned solar projects. These alternatives would not only protect our environment but also…...
Organizations seek to help military families
4+ day, 3+ hour ago (931+ words) Three organizations share their missions to help military spouses and families" As the American military is deployed to stop Iran from building nuclear weapons, remembering those who serve and their families should remain at the forefront." May is Military Caregiver…...
Stew Bolno: My open letter to Baby Boom liberals
4+ day, 3+ hour ago (453+ words) Dear Baby Boomer Liberals: Analysis " Defining the situation I'm here to soothe your pain. Alcoholics Anonymous and other self-help groups advise clients to take personal responsibility for their situation. Participants are encouraged to view their environment in an objective manner…...
Paul Davis: Late Judge Anthony J. De Fino honored with South Philly street name
5+ day, 2+ hour ago (445+ words) It has been said that both assistant district attorneys and defense attorneys liked appearing before Judge Anthony J. De Fino. Even the defendants he put away for 40 or 50 years liked him. Now, that is a tribute to a jurist. The late…...
From the Editors: New York's loss should be Philadelphia's gain
5+ day, 2+ hour ago (574+ words) Broad + Liberty From the Editors: New York's loss should be Philadelphia's gain A Decrease font size. A Reset font size. A Increase font size. New York City elected a socialist mayor last year and now many are shocked to find…...
Felice Fein: Pa. Supreme Court delivers a unanimous verdict on'election transparency
5+ day, 3+ hour ago (517+ words) On April 28, 2026, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court issued a ruling that has election integrity supporters cheering. In an'unanimous decision, the court reversed a Commonwealth Court order on the matter of public accessibility to certain election records. The case of Honey v. Lycoming…...