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Born to Boycott

By Janet Golden» Not so long ago I emailed a close friend an article that revealed her favorite line of yoga wear, Lululemon, came from a company that promoted the works of Ayn Rand. I expected her to be grateful for the news and, since she is a good left political activist, to thank me for alerting her so she'd never shop there again. Instead she asked: "Why did you have to tell me that?" I was shocked at her response. But then, I come from a boycotting family. Growing up in Southern California we boycotted all things John Birch Society. No Russell Stover candy ever passed my lips. As my mother taught me, Mrs. Stover gave money to the Birchers. (Comments)

Election 2011: Seven Trends That Are Changing Philadelphia

When Michael Nutter is elected to a second term Tuesday, he will face trends that could change the city's future. In this Metropolis Spcial Report, Senior Editor Tom Ferrick examines in detail the state of the city under Nutter and the outlook for his second term. (Comments)

My Philadelphia: Kensington

By Dalyn Montgomery» I learned a new word; "Kenzo". This new word is even better when used in my favorite insider's movie title, "The Little Kenzo Who Could." Everyone else thinks Rocky was from South Philadelphia but now I know he was really from K&A. Lots of people are from Kensington. From, because they all left. (Comments)

I Used to Be a Lawyer

By Philip Dryden» Before I open my eyes I hear the rain, steady and unforgiving. It's still dark out but I know I have to get up, up and out and make it to court without the help of an umbrella, which I know is rolling around somewhere, but certainly not within conscious access. I used to be a lawyer, worked here in Philadelphia, hewed the wood, got up early and worked late. I ran from courtroom to courtroom, prepped my cases like a mother, shouted out closing arguments into the uncomprehending air as I walked my dog. I also drank like a fish, snapped at my family, and went into psychotic rages when the Eagles (Comments)

The Price of Four Aces

Philadelphians love their Phillies and its time to praise the guy most responsible for making this franchise so successful. John Street. That is not a misprint. It was Street as a new mayor who made the deal to build new... (Comments)