AltWeeklies Wire
The GOP Gets Ready for the Republican National Conventionnew
While Democrats are still competing, Republicans can kick back and plan a party. "It's like planning a dinner party," said Matt Burns, communications director for the GOP convention. "It's good to know the guest of honor."
Philadelphia City Paper |
Mary F. Patel |
05-13-2008 |
Politics
Who to See at the DNCnew
After all the hullaballoo in the Keystone proved anti-climactic, one has to wonder: Will there be an official nominee before the Democratic National Convention?
Philadelphia City Paper |
Mary F. Patel |
05-06-2008 |
Politics
The Waiting Blamenew
Hollywood types aren't the only people feeling the pain of the Writers Guild of America strike that's crippling the entertainment industry.
Philadelphia City Paper |
Mary F. Patel |
01-29-2008 |
Movies
On the Recordsnew
A House vote expected this week about the transparency of government documents won't be happening after all, thanks to a scheduling overload at the State Capitol.
Philadelphia City Paper |
Mary F. Patel |
11-20-2007 |
Politics
Giuliani: 'I'm an Underdog, Too'new
Whether the fan club that gathered in South Philly to get a glimpse of Rudy were in fact Republicans did not seem to matter; what drew them was the Italian connection and how they felt he handled 9/11 as mayor of New York City.
Philadelphia City Paper |
Mary F. Patel |
10-09-2007 |
Politics
Rosita Youngblood Fights to Save Her Film Billnew
The Pennsylvania state rep's bill would force film companies to give a percent to state charities before they can receive their tax credits.
Philadelphia City Paper |
Mary F. Patel |
10-02-2007 |
Movies
Smiling for Dollars, the Fundraising Endgamenew
In the waning days before November's general election, campaign fundraising efforts for Philadelphia mayoral candidates Michael Nutter and Al Taubenberger have increased, with funds needed to buy TV time and run print ads.
Philadelphia City Paper |
Mary F. Patel |
09-25-2007 |
Politics
Revenge of the Electric Car?new
The first electric police car in the U.S. was introduced last week by Connellsville, Pa., officials and hailed as a true masterpiece.
Philadelphia City Paper |
Mary F. Patel |
09-04-2007 |
Environment
Obama and Edwards: Beefcakes!new
It's a sad commentary on the state of the 2008 presidential elections when beefcake photos of two of the Democratic candidates simultaneously grace the cover of a pair of national men's magazines.
Philadelphia City Paper |
Mary F. Patel |
08-28-2007 |
Politics
Philadelphia Lawyers Ante Up for Hillnew
With the two leading Democratic contenders already competing for dollars, 2008 presidential politics is in full swing this summer.
Philadelphia City Paper |
Mary F. Patel |
08-07-2007 |
Politics
Can Al Schmidt Revitalize Philly's GOP?new
Schmidt was recently appointed to the newly created position of deputy director for the Republican City Committee to help revitalize a local Republican party that has not been in power since 1973.
Philadelphia City Paper |
Mary F. Patel |
07-24-2007 |
Politics
R.I.P. GOP?new
Media Matters says conservatism in America is on the wane.
Philadelphia City Paper |
Mary F. Patel |
07-17-2007 |
Politics
