https://vimeo.com/22871898] Local politics are often met with apathy and skepticism. Voters tend to think of candidates acting on behalf of a personal agenda rather than for the benefit of the community. The candidates of the [continue reading…]
If Greg Paulmier wants to send one message to voters in the 8th District, it’s that he knows their problems. “I’ve lived here my whole life, I know what needs to be changed and what [continue reading…]
Dawn Evans enjoyed a professional music career in Paris where she lived before becoming a wife and mother in Philadelphia. While in Paris Evan’s love of music flourished. She frequently worked with some of [continue reading…]
Supporters gathered at the 7165 Lounge to raise money for 8th District candidate Robin Tasco. Located on the 7100 block of Germantown Avenue, family and friends got together to raise funds for Tasco’s campaign. Tasco’s [continue reading…]
“I want to introduce a new standard of living,” said William “Bill” Durham, a candidate for the City Council from the 8th District. Donna Reed Miller has held this position for over 10 years. But [continue reading…]
Several prominent politicians, including Mayor Michael Nutter and U.S. Rep. Chaka Fattah, today endorsed Cindy Bass for the 8th District City Council post in a race that has seven candidates vying for the spot that [continue reading…]
Located at 6671 Germantown Ave., St. Michael’s Lutheran Church has been around the community since 1728. St. Michael’s has a large gravesite that is occupied by historic figures, such as Major James Witherspoon from the [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/22027406] In order for a democracy to work effectively, the people must choose who will run the responsibility of delegating power and resources. Without this input from the citizens, the essence of the democracy is [continue reading…]
Voters from the Northwest Philadelphia community were able to voice their concerns and opinions for the 8th District candidates. The voter’s forum called “Eyes on the Eighth” held its third and last forum at the [continue reading…]
https://vimeo.com/22011629] Howard Treatman is an independent man–a characteristic the candidate for the 8th City Council District election wants all voters to remember when they go to the polls in May. Although this is his first [continue reading…]
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