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Younger voters prioritize education over policing to address gun violence crisis, but agree Philly is ‘on the wrong track’

Philadelphia is in need of a major turnaround. On that, younger and older voters agree. But the two groups have widely diverging views on how to make...
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Philadelphia Gay News

Mayoral Candidate Interview: Rebecca Rhynhart

PGN spoke with former city controller Rebecca Rhynhart about her campaign for mayor and issues important to the LGBTQ community. Read more. Photo...
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WHYY

Next Philly mayor should ‘believe in the possibility of the arts,’ cultural leaders say

Leaders of Philadelphia’s arts organizations want the next mayor to create a dedicated fund for the arts, and elevate the Office of Arts, Culture, and...
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Philadelphia Gay News

Mayoral Candidate Interview: Warren Bloom

PGN spoke with candidate for mayor Warren Bloom about issues faced by the LGBTQ community. Read more. Photo: Warren Bloom / Facebook
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Philadelphia Gay News

Where do mayoral candidates stand on the LGBTQ community?

A summary of where all 11 mayoral candidates stand on LGBTQ community issues. Read more. Photo: Kelly Burkhardt