Opinion

OPINION

The City of Wheelie Love: Balancing Philadelphia's Rider Culture with Concerns Over Noise

By Adam Marcello | Sep. 17, 2023

In Philadelphia, the presence of dirtbike and ATV riders on Philly streets is causing mixed feelings among residents. Noise is the chief complaint, but many also believe that they are however an iconic part of Philly culture. Residents are calling for stricter regulations, including noise limits, riding curfews, and designated areas to allow these riders proper areas to ride in.

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OPINION

MOVE Bombing

By Dahkenah Wilkins | Sep. 4, 2023

The organization MOVE was bombed in 1985, and it still tremendously affects Philadelphia and its Black citizens. Citizens fought for the freedom to conduct their lives as they pleased and were punished for no good reason, and the punishments continued. 

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OPINION

Philly Needs Economic Justice

By Cameren Pennycooke | Sep. 3, 2023

There is a national housing crisis for low-income citizens in the U.S., Paige's story is one of many.  

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Op-Ed: The Construction of the 76ers Arena in Chinatown will not Revitalize Market East

By Nina Chen | Sep. 2, 2023

In June 2023, thousands marched from 10th and Vine streets to City Hall, protesting against the arena’s construction. Boxes of a petition with over 15,000 signatures were passed to each Council member, asking them to take an official stand against the arena’s construction.

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OPINION

Gun Violence Goes Farther Than “Bad People In A Cruel World”

By Diyu Liu | Sep. 2, 2023

“Decrease” is a comforting word while explaining crime rates in Philadelphia, but, how confident can we be in a single number? How can 8% tell the stories of 349,500 recorded people who live in poverty, let alone all 1.5 million people in our city?

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OPINION

The Significance of Gentrification in Rising Cities

By Hayden Martinez | Aug. 22, 2023

While Property values continue to skyrocket, Lower income residents as well as local businesses are forced into displacement. The concept of gentrification could be argued to play a positive role in the development of a low-income neighborhood. 

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OPINION

A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words: 9 Tips from a Photographer to Capture the Beauty of the World Around You

By Sophia Pan | Aug. 21, 2023

Mr. Yan Xiao (Old Gun) is a photographer originally from China who currently lives in Pennsylvania. He is an award winning photojournalist who has used a camera as a way to observe the beauty of the world and his life. He provides some tips on how to better catch the artistry of the world around you. Read them here!

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OPINION

Harmonizing lives: Students and their Camaraderie with A Cappella

By Nina James Braum-Bharti | Aug. 20, 2023

At Germantown Friends School, A Capella is a place for members to build confidence and skill with their peers in the group; it has become a sensation amongst the student body and continues to be a strong presence within the GFS community. But it means something much more to its members. 

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OPINION

Am I Next?

By Melissa Fitzgerald | Aug. 16, 2023

Gun violence is a huge problem that affects youth. The recent mass shooting in Kingsessing was a tragic event that shows the urgent need for addressing gun violence in Philly. 

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OPINION

Gun Violence is Destroying Our City and We Are Tired.

By Amaiyah-Monet Parker | July 13, 2023

Gun deaths are at an all time high, a result of discrimination and income inequality across the city. Young people have the ideas to fix the crisis once and for all

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OPINION

Youth Perspectives on Public Education

By Sayda Adiba | July 13, 2023

At a city-wide event for young people, students from across the city were able to voice their opinions on the state of public education in Philadelphia. During this event, a student recounts the changes that need to be made. 

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OPINION

We Need Change Now: The Impact of Gun Violence on Philadelphia Youth and Proposed Solutions

By Haleema Saadia and Kadiatou Balde | July 10, 2023

Gun violence in Philly is rising, hurting those that are most vulnerable. Purposeful policy solutions are needed now. 

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OPINION

Students’ Role in Clinical Research

By Sevinch Rakhmonova | May 31, 2023

Experiences at CHOP's Center for Autism Research show the vital role that high school students can play in Clinical Research  

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OPINION

Make Standardized Testing Mandatory Again

By Tanisha Agrawal | May 2, 2023

Would getting rid of “Test-optional” be in our favor? A personal look into the standarized testing system of America. 

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OPINION

2022 : Una cápsula del tiempo

By Tanisha Agrawal and Denise Sanchez | Apr. 7, 2023

Una cápsula del tiempo sobre los principales eventos de 2022.

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OPINION

2022: 时间胶囊

By Tanisha Agrawal and Zhaoru Wu | Apr. 7, 2023

 2022年重大事件的时间胶囊

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OPINION

Step Towards Lower Health Care and Prescription Drug Costs for Americans

By Atoishy Dayve | Feb. 23, 2023

Many Americans struggle to gain access to critical health and drug costs. Now, the Biden Administration is taking key steps toward lowering the cost for these basic necessities. 

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OPINION

Inside the Life of Masterman's Dean of Students

By Rory Gonzales | Feb. 12, 2023

An interview and day in the life of Justin Gilken, Masterman's Dean of Students, that covers his daily schedule and experience with being a teacher in Philadelphia.  

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OPINION

2022: A Time Capsule

By Tanisha Agrawal | Jan. 28, 2023

A time capsule on the major events of 2022. 

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OPINION

The Importance of Vaccines in Herd Immunity

By Atoishy Dayve | Jan. 16, 2023

While the country continues to recover from the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic, it is crucial that our society becomes more knowledgeable about the things that we can do for the well-being of our communities. A personal discover of Herd Immunity.