An estimated 3,000 students from Drexel, Penn, Temple and other colleges stood in front of McDonald's and marched down to the Market Street Bridge.
Anderson Cooper to speak at Penn
By
Ellie Schroeder
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April 14, 2015
Anderson Cooper will speak at Penn on April 28 in an event brought to Penn by the Social Planning and Events Committee.
Penn students hold conference to discuss Cuban-American life on campus
By
Elizabeth Winston
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April 13, 2015
The conference occurred as Obama met Cuban President Raúl Castro.
The Latest
By
Jessica Washington
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April 15, 2015
The event, which aims to celebrate the power, accomplishments and beauty of black women and girls has come under fire in the past from critics who claim the event promotes reverse racism.
Justice Department finds over-use of force by Philly Police
By
David Cahn
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April 14, 2015
Fifty-nine of the suspects who were shot by Philadelphia Police were unarmed, according to the report.
Phila. Mayoral candidate Doug Oliver speaks at Penn
By
Jonathan Baer
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April 14, 2015
While Penn students might see Spring Fling as the biggest upcoming event, for those interested in Philadelphia politics, the Democratic mayoral primary race might be more exciting.
Phila. Mayoral candidate Doug Oliver speaks at Penn
By
Jonathan Baer
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April 14, 2015
While Penn students might see Spring Fling as the biggest upcoming event, for those interested in Philadelphia politics, the Democratic mayoral primary race might be more exciting.
Anderson Cooper to speak at Penn
By
Ellie Schroeder
·
April 14, 2015
Anderson Cooper will speak at Penn on April 28 in an event brought to Penn by the Social Planning and Events Committee.
Penn students hold conference to discuss Cuban-American life on campus
By
Elizabeth Winston
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April 13, 2015
The conference occurred as Obama met Cuban President Raúl Castro.
Hillary Clinton announces presidential bid
By
Dan Spinelli
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April 13, 2015
On Sunday, Clinton’s campaign team released a two-minute video in which she announced her campaign. She will head to Philadelphia over the summer for the Democratic National Convention.
Top 4 reasons to pay attention to the Philly primary elections
By
Dan Spinelli
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April 12, 2015
Philadelphians will head to the polls on May 19 for the Democratic primary elections for City Council and Mayor.
After mayoral candidate's televised fall, ads may take a turn
By
Dan Spinelli
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April 9, 2015
With no advertising campaign yet, Lynne Abraham will need to generate more of a prominent message.
Mayoral candidate Lynne Abraham collapses on stage during televised debate
By
Dan Spinelli
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April 8, 2015
Abraham recovered but could not finish the debate.
Running Republican in a Democratic city
By
Jonathan Baer
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April 8, 2015
The only Republican candidate running for mayor wants Philadelphians to have alternatives.
Controversy sparks over Penn Divest from Displacement
By
Jonathan Baer
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April 6, 2015
Penn Divest from Displacement proposes that the University divest from corporations that profit through practices that displace people.
Mayor Nutter talks sex and safety at DPS Commendation Ceremony
By
Anna Hess
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April 2, 2015
Nutter began his speech with a humorous memory as a Penn undergraduate.
Toe the Line: College Republicans | Increasing the minimum
By
Will Cassidy
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April 1, 2015
From a policy standpoint, the most important thing is that policy makers are upfront with the American people about these tradeoffs.
Toe the Line: Penn Democrats | Increasing the minimum
By
Sean Foley
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April 1, 2015
While President Obama’s proposal to increase the federal minimum wage from $7.25 to $10.10 languishes in the Republican-controlled Congress, Penn Democrats applauds Governor Tom Wolf’s effort to increase Pennsylvania's minimum wage.
Underdog mayoral candidate Doug Oliver wants to keep young people in Philadelphia
By
Jonathan Baer
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April 1, 2015
Democratic Candidate for Philadelphia Mayor Doug Oliver previously worked in the administration of Former Pennsylvania Governor and Philadelphia Mayor Ed Rendell.
Penn alumna looks to make history in City Council election
By
Dan Spinelli
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April 1, 2015
Sherrie Cohen, a 1975 College graduate, looks to become the first openly gay candidate elected to City Council.
Nutter hesitant on City Council push for PILOTs
By
Dan Spinelli
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March 31, 2015
Despite the resolution's landslide 15-1 approval in the Council, Nutter has not expressed support for PILOTs.
PILOTs resolution passes City Council vote, U. holds firm
By
Dan Spinelli
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March 26, 2015
Despite rising pressure from government officials, University administrators continue to firmly oppose PILOT payments.
First of three public hearings held on medical marijuana legalization
By
Isabel Kim
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March 25, 2015
The hearing was held at Pennsylvania Hospital, one of Penn Medicine’s medical facilities.
