Civics & Society
What Did Janet Say?: Why “They Said” Only Furthers Misinformation
Kamala Harris has an Indian mother and a Jamaican father. She is biracial and identifies with both of her parent’s heritages as it says in her official White House bio that she is the “the first Black American, and the first South Asian American” to occupy the office of Vice President.
Ten Tuesdays Till The Election: I just got out of jail. Can I vote?
There are a lot of folks wondering this, whether for themselves or their family members or friends. Many folks might plan not to vote because they view their former record or even their current status as a barrier to casting their vote.
The Full Court Press to Engage Black Male Voters
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.
Ten Tuesdays ‘Til The Election: National Voter Registration Day Edition
What is Voting? Voting is how we make decisions about who will lead our community, state, and country. When you vote, you’re choosing people to represent you, like a president, mayor, or city council member. You might also vote on new laws.
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If you’re really not into either party, you can always register as Independent or with a smaller party but just know that in Pennsylvania, that means sitting out the primaries. If you change your mind later, you can update your registration at any time at vote.pa.
Stop Saying Black Men Don’t Vote
Black Americans are civically engaged, with 34.4M eligible Black voters in 2024, making them one of the nation’s most faithful voting blocs.
Political Misinformation Hits the Philadelphia Eagles
A deceptive ad using Eagles branding misled viewers, blending truth and fiction to spread misinformation online.
10 Tuesdays ‘Til The Election
First things first—you need to make sure you’re registered. The deadline to register for the 2024 election is Monday, October 21, 2024. If you miss that, you won’t be able to vote in this election.
Why Coalition Building Will Be Key In The 2024 Election
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.”
On Beyoncé’s Internet? Combatting Misinformation and Disinformation
A viral story claimed Beyoncé would perform at the DNC; attendees sharing soundcheck clips exposed the misinformation online.
How Project 2025 Could Impact Philadelphia
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.
Trump and Harris Return to Philadelphia. This Time, For Their First Presidential Debate
After much back and forth, the Presidential debate schedule is finally set with the first of these debates happening September 10th here in Philadelphia. The debate will take place at the National Constitution Center and is slated to air at 9pm.
What Philly’s 1st Mental Health Walk-In Clinic Could Mean for the Black Community
Philadelphia’s first mental health walk-in clinic offers relief for Black residents facing poverty, neighborhood stressors, and limited access to care.
Why Crime is Decreasing in Philadelphia: Progressive Prosecutors
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.
As The City Welcomes Vance & Harris on the Same Day, Its a Reminder; Don’t Sleep on Philly
From a historical standpoint, Philadelphia is the birthplace of American democracy, where both the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of the United States were written and signed.