Politics
Alumni and faculty petition Amy Gutmann to publicly denounce Trump
A recent Change.org petition, authored by 1991 College graduate Nathaniel Popkin, has increased pressure on Gutmann and the University to take a stand against Trump.
U.S. Dept. of State selects grant written by College soph.
College sophomore Shay Moon wrote the grant after spending a month in Sierra Leone this summer, where he noticed a major problem in the region: the lack of a stable food supply.
In North Philadelphia, Michelle Obama praises Clinton as 'tough' and urges students to turn out to vote
Michelle Obama delivered a speech at La Salle University at noon, drawing such a large turnout that TV screens had to be set up outside the auditorium she was speaking in to accommodate the large number of attendees.
Biden encourages students to vote at Drexel rally
Biden directly addressed students, emphasizing what he called the generation’s tolerance, generosity and progress, but also its disengagement in politics because of a “dysfunctional” Washington.
Elizabeth Banks rallies for Hillary at Penn
"Hillary Clinton has been that role model for me since 1992," Banks said. "She’s my queen. She’s my democratic ideal.”
5 things we learned about Elizabeth Banks's political views
1996 College graduate and actress Elizabeth Banks came to Penn Monday to support Hillary Clinton and encourage Penn students to vote in November. Here are five things we learned about her life and political views.
Penn political groups react to first presidential debate
Several student groups of varying political interests and affiliations at Penn hosted viewing parties Monday night.
Democratic attorney general candidate discusses education and sexual assault prevention
Josh Shapiro currently serves as Chairman of the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency and Chairman of the Montgomery County Board of Commissioners.
Penn Leads the Vote gets back in action
In addition to its continuing efforts on voter registration, Penn Leads the Vote wants to promote a voting culture at Penn and promote voting around campus.
Penn will not divest from fossil fuel companies
The decision came upon the unanimous recommendation of an Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on Divestment assigned to review divestment.
Some candidates speak Spanish at rallies, but they should listen to what Latino voters really want, professor says
Even in an election where Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump once called Mexican immigrants “criminals” and “rapists,” there is little evidence showing that Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton is performing any better among Latino voters compared to previous Democratic presidential candidates.
Student protesters should leverage power among peers, not target Univ. admins., GSE prof. says in book
Jonathan Zimmermann's book, "Campus Politics: What Everyone Needs to Know," puts student demonstrations in a historical context.
Gutmann, Trump and Pence respond to Friday night shooting
"Officer Miller’s bravery underscores the courage and professionalism of our Penn Police force," Gutmann said. "We are blessed to have the best university police department in the nation."
Minority voters have 'something to lose' in 2016 election, panel says
On Wednesday, UMOJA hosted a student panel discussion about what issues are most important to minorities in the 2016 election.
New political group offers place for students with 'no labels'
In today's political climate, it can sometimes seem impossible for the two major parties to come together on any issue. A new Penn group hopes to change that.
Obama argues for his legacy at Phila. rally
“I couldn’t be more proud of the leader who will take my place,” Obama said. “I will do everything in my power to get her reelected.”
Obama describes 'fundamental choice' to Philadelphia crowd
“This is a fundamental choice about who we are as a people,” Obama said. “This is a choice about the meaning of America.”
Meet the Penn students who are supporting Trump
Some students back Republican nominee on largely liberal campus.
Penn professor attacks Hillary Clinton's college tuition plan in a Wall Street Journal editorial
Penn City and Regional Planning professor William Grigsby sees holes in Clinton’s plan.