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A New Sixers Arena and an Uncertain Future for Chinatown
The 76ers plan to decimate Chinatown with their new stadium. What does the community have to say about it?
by SARA HEIM
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Inside the Fight to Preserve Reproductive Rights in Pennsylvania
With abortion on the midterm ballot, activism is taking place at and beyond the polls.
by SAMARA HIMMELFARB
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Why Stigma Perpetuates a Lack of Access to the Monkeypox Vaccine
An ongoing tale of government mishandling and repeated history
by SRUTHI SRINIVAS
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Helen Gym on the Power of Voice and Perseverance
How this progressive councilwoman at–large puts Philadelphians first
by ALANA BESS
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'The Big Change’: Inside the Fight to Save the UC Townhomes
A vibrant, joyful community of nearly 70 households make up the University City Townhomes—but this community stands to lose everything it loves in the face of eviction.
by KIRA WANG
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Idealism Leads to Infighting at Mina’s World
Mina’s World was the first Philadelphia coffee shop owned by queer and trans people of color. Now, the same idealism that created it has resulted in its closure.
by RACHEL SWYM
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Let’s Get Disoriented
Rising junior Megha Neelapu discusses the Disorientation Guide and its deep roots in community advocacy.
by SRUTHI SRINIVAS
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Combatting Sex Work Stigma Using Arts Advocacy
Strongly rooted fears of prostitution and the trade is the last wall to break before meaningful reform—and the arts may be a useful avenue for achieving it.
by SRUTHI SRINIVAS
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The Free Library of Philadelphia: A Vital Institution Worth Defending
Ongoing activism to fund the Free Library is a fight for both resources and community.
by CONNOR NAKAMURA
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“A Sustainable Marketplace”: Reimagining Sustainable Futures
The Feminist Flea Market and Grant Blvd highlight local sustainability–focused artists with their upcoming market on Earth Day weekend.
by JEAN PAIK
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Kendra Brooks Is the Change Philadelphia Politics Needs
The city’s first Working Families Party member elected to City Council is making waves in Philly politics.
by SHEIL DESAI
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‘Flipping the Script’ Speaker Series Learns From Existing Diversity in Hollywood
This two–week event on Penn’s campus celebrates the unique backgrounds of underrepresented creatives in the film and television industry.
by SRUTHI SRINIVAS
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A Union Is Brewing
The significance of union organizing at the 34th and Walnut Starbucks
by CONNOR NAKAMURA
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Care in Flux
The lack of accessible child care options remains an issue for families at Penn and beyond.
by CONNOR NAKAMURA
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Philadelphia’s Addiction Crisis Calls For a Human–Centered Approach
The city’s novel approaches to a worsening drug epidemic may be missing a key element.
by SHEIL DESAI
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A Difficult Reality: Campus Activism at Penn
What stands in the way of student organizing?
by CONNOR NAKAMURA
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How Philadelphia’s Immigrant Students Are Being Failed by the State
Inequity in public education has been the norm for years. This Pennsylvania lawsuit is hoping to change that.
by SRUTHI SRINIVAS
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Asian American Studies Celebrates 25 Years of Struggle with Hope for the Future
Penn’s ASAM program reflects on its tumultuous history, while envisioning what growth, community, and change can look like.
by SHEIL DESAI
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Penn Needs To Take Better Care of Its Student–Athletes
While Penn has taken some measures to ensure the wellness of its players, there’s still more to be done.
by GABRIELLE GALCHEN
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How Philadelphia’s Trash Is Spurring an Environmental Justice Campaign
Philly's dysfunctional trash system impacts the wellbeing of its own residents—and the health of its neighboring communities.
by SHEIL DESAI
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