Day: February 9, 2006

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The Potential and Danger of Gentrification

  By Economic Development, Neighborhoods, Philadelphia

Middle income people, both black and white, are now interested in moving into (or back into) the city especially in neighborhoods near Center City. There is enormous potential in that movement. But there is enormous danger as well. Continue reading

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I have seen the future of progressive politics in Philadelphia and her name is Cherelle Parker

  By People, Philadelphia, Published op-eds

I have seen the future of progressive politics in Philadelphia and her name is Cherelle Parker Cherelle won a special election for State Representative in the 200th district in September. Come see her tonight (Thursday, February 9) at her reelection campaign kick-off at 7:00 pm at Lakey’s Restaurant, 8215 Stenton Ave, Philadelphia, PA. Continue reading