state symbols: Philadelphia Metropolis

The Battle of Point Breeze: Part II

There is a touch of espionage when it comes to people in Point Breeze talking about their neighborhood. Everyone uses code words. Property developers and their supporters aren't building to make money, they're "revitalizing a community." Opposition to development is guised as a fear of "rising property values", instead of a fear of racial change. (Comments)

Campaign 2010: The Commercials

Updated May 15 Another Anthony Williams negative ad aimed at Dan Onorato.           Updated May 13 A new Joe Sestak ad, this one comparing his record among various groups with Arlen Specter's.        ... (Comments)

The Bran Muffin State?

By William Ecenbarger  The Pennsylvania General Assembly can again become a national leader this year by passing a newly introduced bill that would designate the Pennsylvania Long Rifle as the official state firearm. No other state has such a symbol... (Comments)