Civics & Society
More than A Statue: Octavius Catto And What Is At Stake on Election Day
On October 10, 1871, Octavius Catto was murdered. The man who was an educator, a minister, an activist, and one of the organizers of the first Baseball leagues, died on Election Day in 1871.
10 Tuesdays Till The Election: Do My Parents Need to Come With Me To Vote?
Powered By Vote.Pa Our very first time voting can be both an exciting and daunting time; exciting because it feels like a right of passage as you cast your vote for the first time, and daunting due to the proliferation of misinformation surrounding voting.
Has America Moved Past the Death Penalty?
Supporters cite deterrence and closure, but scrutiny reveals the death penalty’s moral and practical flaws.
Ten Tuesdays Till the Election: Can anyone see who I voted for?
A lot of us may be wondering if people can see who we voted for. Maybe you hold different political beliefs than your parents, friends, or romantic partner and you’re wondering if they will be able to see how you voted? Well, this week’s answer should give you some comfort…
Let’s Talk About the Real MVP of the Presidential Debate
The September 10th Presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and Former President Donald Trump was, well, a lot. The 90-minute debate, moderated by ABC News’s David Muir and Linsey Davis, was held at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia.
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.
10 Tuesdays ‘Til The Election [2/10]
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.