Politics
Phila. Councilmember Katherine Gilmore Richardson attends Penn Dems event
Gilmore Richardson also spoke to The Daily Pennsylvanian about the importance of the upcoming 2024 election — both on a national and a statewide level.
Annenberg Public Policy Center study finds polarized views of Supreme Court after Dobbs decision
APPC researchers concluded that the Dobbs decision in 2022 marked a shift in public perception of the Supreme Court toward political polarization.
U.S. House committee grills special counsel on classified documents found at Penn Biden Center
During the March 12 congressional hearing, Democrats and Republicans alike probed Hur — who ultimately declined to bring charges against Biden — on the findings of his investigation.
Former Penn professor, President Joe Biden campaigns outside Philadelphia after State of the Union
Biden, a former Benjamin Franklin Professor of Presidential Practice, spoke to a Wallingford, Pa. crowd at Strath Haven Middle School about issues such as reproductive rights and the economy.
Supreme Court rules in favor of 1968 Wharton graduate, former President Donald Trump in ballot eligibility case
The decision ensures that Trump's name will appear on both the primary and general election ballots in Colorado, Maine, and other states that have issued similar challenges.
1968 Wharton graduate, former President Donald Trump to contest third election after Nikki Haley withdraws
In her speech announcing her concession of the GOP primary, Haley said that she would “congratulate [Trump] and wish him well” — but notably did not endorse him.
Penn junior criticizes University response to antisemitism during congressional roundtable
Wharton and Engineering junior Noah Rubin spoke at the Feb. 28 roundtable alongside students from eight other universities.
Pro-Palestinian activists who participated in Van Pelt Library study-in to face disciplinary action
According to a Feb. 27 press release, five students received a memo that their involvement in the study-in was grounds for "disciplinary proceedings."
Supreme Court to review 1968 Wharton graduate Donald Trump's presidential immunity claim
The Supreme Court, which agreed to expedite the case, said that it will hear arguments on Trump's immunity the week of April 22.
Penn community members host College Green vigil in memory of victims of Oct. 7 Hamas attacks
At the vigil, Penn undergraduate and graduate students displayed red and yellow handmade poppies, a flower abundant in Israel.
Freedom School for Palestine demonstrators host second 'study-in' followed by rally
The Freedom School for Palestine staged another study-in on Sunday in the Van Pelt Library between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m., followed by a rally in front of the library.
Penn community members share mixed reactions to Pa. Sen. John Fetterman's pro-Israel stance
While Fetterman campaigned on progressive issues and was endorsed by progressive groups, the political left has expressed disapproval with his stance.
Jewish Penn students to attend House roundtable on antisemitism
The nine universities that have students attending the roundtable include Penn, Harvard, and Columbia.
Penn students divided by President Joe Biden's policies toward Israel-Palestine conflict
The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with multiple Penn students and prospective voters about their thoughts on Biden's stance on the conflict.
Penn officials interrupt Van Pelt Library 'study-in' by pro-Palestinian activists, force relocation
About 15 protestors arrived at the Moelis Reading Room at 10 a.m. and filled one table, moving to Houston Hall around 7:30 p.m. after a University Life representative asked them to leave.
1968 Wharton graduate Donald Trump visits Philadelphia, announces new sneaker brand
“We’re going to turn this country around fast,” Trump said. “And we’re going to remember the young people, and we’re going to remember Sneaker Con.”
Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro releases budget proposal focused on legal marijuana, education, transit
The DP looked closely at four aspects of Shapiro's proposal with potential significant impacts on the Penn community — education, public transportation, marijuana legalization, and human services.
Penn Leads the Vote hosts Valentine’s Day event to boost voter registration before primary election
The "Love Your Vote" event on Feb. 14, which offered La Colombe coffee and treats along with election resources, was facilitated by several PLTV members who aided students in completing voter registration forms.
Egyptian writer Abdelrahman ElGendy speaks at Penn about political activism, imprisonment
At the event, ElGendy discussed his political activism and participation in the Arab Spring, which led to his subsequent arrest and incarceration in Egypt.