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Rotimi Adeoye is a Philadelphia-based writer and columnist at The Daily Beast covering history, voting, and constitutional law. Formerly a speechwriter and Capitol Hill aide, he appears on MSNBC and writes for major publications.
On paper, the case for the stadium appears enticing. Proponents tout thousands of construction jobs, increased downtown foot traffic, and the transformative allure of a state-of-the-art sports venue. But peel back the glossy renderings, and the cracks begin to show.
Unlike last time, the president-elect plans to use his power through executive orders to call for a national emergency, and then use the military to remove people.
In recent years, allegations of voter fraud have become increasingly relevant in our political landscape. Research indicates that election-related litigation—cases related to elections being taken to court—has tripled over the past decade.
Ryan Boyer analyzes 2024 campaigns’ focus on Black voter turnout in Pennsylvania, especially among Black men.
Back in Sierra Leone, there were no Halloween candy bags or Valentine's Day cards, no sidewalks stretching between neighbors' homes – just open land to traverse on foot.
Recent debates around SEPTA’s funding have raised alarms about its future. State legislators are under pressure to address a looming budget shortfall, but as is often the case, politics complicates real solutions.
As you've probably heard, for the last week or so, America once again grappled with a dockworkers strike that brought to light the intricate web of our global supply chains and the human element that keeps them functioning.
Supporters cite deterrence and closure, but scrutiny reveals the death penalty’s moral and practical flaws.
Philadelphia's recent experiment with its Open Streets program has demonstrated the transformative power of reclaiming public spaces for pedestrians and community activities.
Black male voter engagement events have been off the charts this election cycle. Recently, in Philadelphia, the More Than a Game event was hosted by voting rights groups targeting Gen-Z black male voters.
The arena's sensory overload—the aroma of hot dogs, beer, and popcorn, the cacophony of cheering fans—left a mark on my memory. It's precisely because of these personal connections that debates over the construction of sports stadiums evoke such passion.
A deceptive ad using Eagles branding misled viewers, blending truth and fiction to spread misinformation online.
The Cambridge Dictionary defines a coalition as “a group formed of different organizations who may disagree on key issues, or people who agree to act together, usually temporarily, to achieve something.”
At this point in the election cycle, you've probably heard about Project 2025: the Republican vision for the future. This extensive document, over 900 pages, addresses topics such as education, housing, and public transportation and outlines the Republican plan for the future.
In recent months, studies have emerged that paint a surprisingly positive picture of crime trends in Philadelphia. Contrary to political rhetoric, Philadelphia has experienced a significant decrease in crime, particularly in gun violence.