Social Justice
Biden returns to Philly food bank for MLK Jr. Day volunteering
President Biden helped workers at Philabundance pack food for those in need. It’s the third time he’s volunteered at the Philly food bank.
10 months ago
Listen 1:02Read Martin Luther King Jr.’s ‘I Have a Dream’ speech in its entirety
You can read the transcript of his celebrated "I Have a Dream" speech, delivered on Aug. 28, 1963, on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial.
10 months ago
How to get involved in Philly’s 2024 MLK Day of Service
Here’s a look at some MLK Day volunteer and engagement opportunities, from panel discussions to community cleanups.
10 months ago
‘Not just a birthday celebration’: Philly’s 2024 MLK Day of Service to focus on civil rights
The event has many service projects, including the creation of a mural to celebrate the history of the civil rights movement.
10 months ago
Listen 1:09As New Jersey lawmakers kick off 2024, advocates are looking for some economic relief
New Jersey is often singled out for having the highest property taxes in the nation, as well as a high cost of living.
10 months ago
Listen 1:05Senate border security talks grind on as Trump invokes Nazi-era ‘blood’ rhetoric against immigrants
“They’re poisoning the blood of our country,” Trump said about the record numbers of immigrants coming to the U.S. without immediate legal status.
11 months ago
In a 14-1 vote, Philadelphia becomes first city to deem ‘medical deportation’ unlawful
After a three-year campaign, immigrant advocates are one step closer to banning the practice of medical deportation.
11 months ago
Fliers promoting white nationalism distributed across neighborhood in Montgomery County
The fliers said, 'Stand up White Man,' and included an address for a white nationalist website that promotes racist and anti-immigrant ideology.
11 months ago
Former Eagles player Malcolm Jenkins on money, social justice, and grit in Philly
Malcolm Jenkins discussed the concepts of money, social justice, and grit — all of which have guided him to financial and professional success.
11 months ago
Listen 1:59Philly immigrant groups accuse federal officials of preying on people passing through courthouse
The group says immigration officials are lurking inside and outside the courts to catch undocumented immigrants and hold them.
11 months ago
Philadelphia Reparations Task Force solicits members, plans to officially launch in February
The task force will create a report for City Council on how reparations can ‘atone for the legacy of slavery.’ They hope to start their work in February.
12 months ago
Listen 1:18Abortion rights win big in 2023 elections, again
In a handful of states with off-year elections, abortion access appeared to be a winning issue for the second general election in a row.
12 months ago
Pa.’s new environmental justice policy doesn’t solve the problem, advocates say
“The community has to have a determining voice,” one critic said. “This policy doesn't do that.”
1 year ago
Pennsylvania Senate passes bill opponents worry targets books about LGBTQ+ and marginalized people
The move is part of a larger nationwide effort of expanding parental oversight of schools, which saw a swell of energy in Florida last year.
1 year ago
Murder charges reinstated against former Philly cop Mark Dial in death of Eddie Irizarry
The decision comes after all charges against Dial were dropped by a Municipal Court judge last month.
1 year ago
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