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Where Do PA’s 2024 Candidates Stand on Guns?
Pennsylvanians are sharply divided on the issue of guns and gun control. A Muhlenberg College survey reveals this split: 60 percent of Pennsylvanians favor tighter restrictions, while 40 percent do not. On one side, those who support restrictions cite the 2018 Tree of Life shooting, Trump’s assassination attempt and gun violence in Philadelphia. On the … Continue reading Where Do PA’s 2024 Candidates Stand on Guns?
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12 Eagles-Watching Bars to Suit Your Vibe (+ 1 to Suit Swifties)
Eagles game days in Philly are beautiful things, aren’t they? The ability to park your keister in some cozy bar for three-plus hours while drinking beer and eating bar food among fellow citizens of Birds Nation is, next to seeing the team play in person at the Linc just off the 50-yard line, the sweetest … Continue reading 12 Eagles-Watching Bars to Suit Your Vibe (+ 1 to Suit Swifties)
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Guest Commentary: The Paralympics Problem
As many professional, amateur, club, and youth sports get underway this fall, we have been reflecting on the recent 2024 Paralympic Games, which ended on September 8 as the most-watched in history, exceeding 4.1 billion viewers. This year’s games showcased more than 4,000 athletes from around the globe who competed in over 500 medal events. … Continue reading Guest Commentary: The Paralympics Problem
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