Politics
AOC Communications Director Lauren Hitt to deliver 2023 communication major graduation speech
Hitt serves as the United States Representative's primary spokesperson and media strategist.
Penn refutes allegations of direct investments in 'adversarial' entities after U.S. House inquiry
In an emailed statement to The Daily Pennsylvanian, University spokesperson Ron Ozio refuted part of the letter's claims.
Penn Reproductive Justice to increase activity through new educational, political initiatives
Penn Reproductive Justice officially launched on June 24, 2022, immediately following the Supreme Court’s overhaul of abortion rights protections.
Perry World House panelists discusses the war in Ukraine, one year on
Although the conflict is not yet over, the speakers discussed global changes set in motion by the war in Ukraine.
Open expression at Penn, explained: Guidelines, consequences, and complaints
The DP spoke with University administrators and student activists to better understand Penn’s open expression guidelines and the role of the University's Committee on Open Expression in evaluating students' rights to protest on campus.
Penn alum Ernest Owens discusses his book about cancel culture during campus visit
Owens sat down with The Daily Pennsylvanian to discuss his first book and its reception.
Penn alum Helen Gym talks mayoral campaign, Penn's role in Philadelphia at student event
The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with Gym about her goals as a mayoral candidate.
City council proposes legislation to create new public safety officer position
The director will be among the city government's top four administrative positions and would work closely with the city’s mayor, managing director, and finance director.
Perry World House speakers discuss recent Brazil insurrection and right-wing populism
The Perry World House panel on the January Brazil insurrection featured Duke Professor John French and Ph.D. student Mariana Felix de Quadros.
Court declares need to reform Pennsylvania's public school funding system
Commonwealth Court Judge Renée Cohn Jubelirer ruled on Feb. 7 that Pennsylvania public school funding practices violate students’ rights.
Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman checks himself into hospital for clinical depression
Fetterman sought treatment at Walter Reed National Military Center in Bethesda, Md., on Feb. 15.
Penn Hillel to host former Rep. Ted Deutch for conversation on US-Israel relations
The event will feature an open conversation with Deutch, “a lifelong Jewish and pro-Israel activist," according to Penn Hillel.
Special election results in Democratic control of Pennsylvania House for first time in 12 years
The Democrats’ 102 to 101 majority marks the party’s first House majority in 12 years.
Annenberg study finds majority of Americans do not know how companies use their data
The report gauged people's perceived data security on different platforms, such as websites, social media, doorbell cameras, and smart TVs.
Penn pledges to strengthen relations with India at Penn India Engagement Forum
Penn faculty, alumni, and business leaders discussed initiatives to support India’s growth after COVID-19.
Gov. Josh Shapiro welcomes five Penn affiliates to his administration
Several Penn community members had previously been selected to serve on Shapiro's transition advisory committees.
Penn Young Democratic Socialists of America to host event with Phila. city council candidate
Mclllmurray is running for one of the open at-large seats on the council.
99.7% of political donations from Penn faculty went to Democrats from 2021 to 2022
According to an analysis by The Daily Pennsylvanian, faculty members at Penn contributed 3,976 individual contributions totaling over $300,000 in donations last year — a 13% increase from the previous midterm election year.
In Photos: President Joe Biden visits Philadelphia
Amid controversy involving the Penn Biden Center, the DP followed Biden and Harris as they spoke in Philadelphia on Friday.