Politics
Year in Review: Midterm elections drive Penn community to the polls, political causes
The DP’s political coverage this year followed how the Penn community reacted to this year’s biggest moments in local and federal politics.
Mayoral candidate, Penn graduate Helen Gym talks plans to address gun violence if elected
In an interview with The DP, Gym elaborated on her plans to address rising gun violence rates, criminal justice reform, and resolving the city's issues in education, if elected.
Perry World House event to explore social media as a tool to expose human rights violations
The conversation will be moderated by PWH Senior Executive Director LaShawn Jefferson. The event will be offered both in person at the World Forum and on Zoom on Tuesday, Dec. 6, from 4-5 p.m.
Penn students travel to Philadelphia suburbs to vote in Bulgarian general election
This election marks was the country's fourth general election in two years.
Penn graduate, former Councilmember Helen Gym launches run for Philadelphia mayor
If elected, Gym, who was also the first Asian American woman to serve on the City Council, would be the first female mayor of Philadelphia.
Perry World House speakers debate main factors behind rising global energy prices
The speakers — who also attributed the increased energy prices to pandemic-related supply chain disruptions and the war in Ukraine — covered a range of topics concerning global energy markets and geopolitics.
Biden extends student loan repayment freeze through June 2023
The Department of Education suspended federal student loan payments at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic to provide borrowers with more leeway during the difficult financial period.
PLTV shifts focus to Georgia runoff, spring elections following Nov. midterm
The group is aims to facilitate voter registration and education, particularly for students registered to vote in Georgia ahead of the state's upcoming runoff election on Dec. 6.
Penn Master of Liberal Arts candidate becomes youngest Black person to hold office in Ann Arbor
While taking his MLA classes virtually and working full-time at Google, 23-year-old Aidan Sova competed against six other candidates for three open spots on the Ann Arbor District Library Board of Trustees.
Former Executive Director of Human Rights Watch talks spotlighting governmental abuse
The Daily Pennsylvanian sat down for an interview with Kenneth Roth after his recent talk at Perry World House.
Penn professors discuss surprises from recent midterm elections, impact of mail-in voting
The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with three Penn political science professors about the status of the results and their implications for the future of the nation.
Pennsylvania House impeaches Phila. DA Larry Krasner for soft crime policies
The Republican-run House impeached Krasner, a Democrat, by a vote of 107-85, mostly along party lines for his policies’ contribution to “record levels of violent crime” in Philadelphia.
Penn graduate and major donor Ronald Lauder will not finance Trump's 2024 campaign
One day after Trump announced his third bid for presidency, Lauder was the third GOP mega donor to announce he would not financially support Trump's third run for the presidency.
Wharton graduate, former President Donald Trump announces 2024 presidential run
Trump made the annoucement on Nov. 15 at his Mar-a-Lago residence. In his announcement, Trump spoke about his vision for America — reflecting on what he called the “successes” of his own time in office.
In Photos: 20 hours of Election Day in Philadelphia and at Penn
Penn community turned out for the midterm election yesterday. With two of the most contentious races in America taking place in Pennsylvania, and many issues hanging in the balance, here’s a look into this historic midterm elections day.
Over 2,000 on-campus voters cast ballots on Election Day, reporting ‘smooth’ voting process
1,422 ballots were cast at the Houston Hall polling location, 604 ballots were cast at the ARCH building, and 213 ballots were cast at the Civic House.
A voter’s guide to Pennsylvania’s 2022 midterm elections
Before heading to the polls, The Daily Pennsylvanian has assembled a comprehensive ballot guide for the midterm elections detailing how and where to vote and a brief run-down on all the candidates.
As Election Day nears, Sen. Bernie Sanders rallies for Pa. Democrats in Philadelphia
The “Get Out The Vote Rally,” sponsored by NextGen America, MoveOn Political Action, and the Working Families Party, took place at Franklin Music Hall on Nov. 6.
Ballot guide to Pennsylvania's 2022 midterm elections: Governor
Pennsylvanians will either elect Democrat Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro or Republican state Sen. Doug Mastriano as the state’s 48th governor.