25 things I learned at the Democratic Convention
1. It is not a particularly good time to be named Obama when the sworn enemy of your country is named Osama.
2. The Rev. Al Sharpton promoting "values" is much like the Rev. Jerry...
Phillies and Eagles predictions
Photos by Ryan Brandenberg
"The Phillies are going to fail, as usual. The Eagles, though, are headed for a Super Bowl year."
Mohamed Safa,
Seventh and Morris streets
"I think the Phillies' chances are...
Bringing down the house
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Bruce Springsteen may be carrying his AARP card, but just like in 1973 when he first performed at the Spectrum, the rocker can still deliver three hours-plus of thrills. In the first of a...
Me and Carole King
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I know it’s so ’70s, but I have always dug Carole King. Is there a better pop album than...
Smiling back
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To the Editor:
Sister Paula Beierschmitt (who died Sept. 28 at the age of 72) may be gone, but never forgotten. She had a smile that would light up the room. Anyone who knew her...
Insuring negotiations
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To the Editor:
Regarding Joseph Cirella’s letter, (“Physician, heal thyself,” Nov. 6) with respect, everyone who has health insurance built into their paycheck has to pay a premium. This can happen in one of two...
What’s your reaction to the School Reform Commission’s decision to refrain from issuing a...
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“I think it’s a disgrace when elected leaders, who are not from here, make choices that affect our city youth that are not for the better.”
Miguel Rivera Broad and Porter streets
“It’s ridiculous. We need...
Reality bites
The reaction to last week's terrorist bombings of London's mass-transit system was predictable. President Bush offered the appropriate remarks condemning the tragedy. We celebrated the Brits for their plucky defiance. Security was redoubled. And...
Overdue justice
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It took Judge Virginia Phillips of the U.S. District Court in Riverside, Calif. to save us from ourselves. On Oct. 12, Phillips stopped the military’s enforcement of “don’t ask, don’t tell” (DADT). For now...
With their recent success following a slow start, are the Eagles a lock for...
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“Yes, I really want them to be, and I have to think that way. They are definitely looking better.”
Steven Nocella, Eighth and Mountain streets
“I think so. Now that they have Foles ,...
