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Editor’s note: This column is a continuation of the Dec. 25 op-ed feature (“We asked Congressional candidates for their views — and here’s what they told us”) in which we published statements by candidates for the 3rd Congressional District race.
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by Karl Morris, Ph.D., Democratic Candidate for Pennsylvania’s 3rd Congressional District
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1/8/26
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Our country has killed civilians in boats in the Caribbean. Congress has not declared war.
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1/8/26
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Expanded Wissahickon Valley Park curfew hours are now in effect for the 27th year in the “forever war” against deer.
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1/8/26
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Philadelphia City Council, in passing two “nuisance-business” bills seems to have missed the biggest nuisance business of all, by far.
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12/30/25
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As a retired homeowner, I look for every opportunity to reduce my household expenses.
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by Joy Bergey
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12/30/25
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Crime has decreased in 2025. That’s based on statistics collected from police department websites throughout Philadelphia and the Southeastern Pennsylvania region.
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12/30/25
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My journey to running for Congress goes directly through my West Philadelphia upbringing.
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12/23/25
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The old adage that if you work hard and play by the rules, you will get ahead, isn’t true for too many Philadelphians.
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12/23/25
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I’m running for Congress because I’ve seen firsthand how generational poverty, endemic gun violence and lack of opportunities is hurting our communities.
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12/23/25
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The very real sense I get on the campaign trail from people across Philly is that this upcoming election has unique energy.
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12/23/25
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For middle class Americans the “affordability crisis” means things their parents took for granted – buying a house, sending kids to college, a secure retirement – are slipping beyond reach.
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12/23/25
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Every morning, I unlock the doors of my health center at 21st and Lehigh knowing that people walk in because they need care — often urgently.
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12/23/25
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Last week, the Local sent a list of questions to Democratic candidates running in 2026 for retiring U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans’ seat ahead of the May 19, 2026 primary.
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by Tommy Tucker
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12/23/25
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Affordability means never having to choose between survival and dignity. I learned that early.
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12/23/25
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What a day for our community! Once again, we came together to celebrate the season and the spirit that makes our neighborhood so special.
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12/18/25
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I’m here to plead with you to ensure that the Local continues well into the future, serving the community in its customary prize-winning fashion. Serving you.
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by Jeff Meade
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12/18/25
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On Nov. 20, the Philadelphia City Council introduced legislation that, if adopted, would significantly alter the City’s historic preservation ordinance.
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by the Chestnut Hill Conservancy
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12/4/25
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I recently read an article on gratitude. In addition to the reasons given for which to be thankful, another would be giving thanks for all the animal life in the world.
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12/4/25
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Have you ever had trouble getting a doctor’s appointment when you really needed one? Maybe you had to go to the ER instead?
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12/4/25
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Traditionally, it is the time of year when the Chestnut Hill Community Association holds its Annual Appeal to raise funds for our programs, events and operations. This year is different.
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11/26/25
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