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Good government doesn't just mean doing what's legal; it means doing what's right.

Seventy advocates for stronger campaign finance laws that promote transparency.

Citizens, advocates and media encouraged to visit the expo in Doylestown

This lesson aims to equip students with skills to identify credible information online, evaluate news sources on social media and beyond, and build a balanced media diet.

Will Tax Reform be on Council's Spring Agenda?

Seventy urges voters to vote by mail, advises those going to the polls to expect long lines

Collaboration's success prepares platform for impact in 2016 Philadelphia primary

Philadelphia took a significant step forward in the 2011 redistricting cycle when several of the most gerrymandered districts in the country were finally addressed. This was due, in no small part, to substantial advocacy both in the communities negatively affected and by champions within City Hall of a more fair map that strove for equitable representation.

What is the amendment about? City voters will decide on May 15 whether the so-called Educational Supplement to the Home Rule Charter dealing with the public school system will be amended in various parts. These changes would impact the nomination, appointment and removal process for Board of Education members and create a Parent and Community Advisory Council charged with “consult[ing] on issues pertaining to educational policy and family and community engagement in schools.”

Council pays tribute to "Philadelphia treasure" and "barrier breaker," Dr. Emma C. Chappell