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Former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) and Vice President Kamala Harris at a Harris-Walz campaign rally in Ripon, Wis., on Oct. 3.

Is Kamala Harris going after the wrong voters? | Will Bunch Newsletter

Plus, the behind-the-scenes effort to ‘war game’ a second Trump presidency.

Will Bunch | Columnist

There’s more to like than fear about the country's financial future, writes the Editorial Board. So why do polls suggest most Americans think the U.S. economy is in terrible shape?

The U.S. economy is the envy of the world, but too many Americans have forgotten why | Editorial

The Editorial Board

Elon Musk jumps on the stage as Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally at the Butler Farm Show in Butler, Pa.

Letters to the Editor | Oct. 15, 2024

Letters to the Editor, For The Inquirer

Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump speaks at Sneaker Con at the Philadelphia Convention Center in February.

As commander in chief, Trump was a failure. As a confidence man, he excels. | The Homestretch

Temple wide receiver Dante Wright cannot hold on to the ball for the two-point conversion in a game last month against Army at Lincoln Financial Field. The Owls lost 42-14.

Temple football, we love you, but we have to talk

Dave Caldwell, For The Inquirer

Is Kamala Harris going after the wrong voters? | Will Bunch Newsletter

Plus, the behind-the-scenes effort to ‘war game’ a second Trump presidency.

Will Bunch | Columnist

Former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) and Vice President Kamala Harris at a Harris-Walz campaign rally in Ripon, Wis., on Oct. 3.

Former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) and Vice President Kamala Harris at a Harris-Walz campaign rally in Ripon, Wis., on Oct. 3.

Is Kamala Harris going after the wrong voters? | Will Bunch Newsletter

Plus, the behind-the-scenes effort to ‘war game’ a second Trump presidency.

Will Bunch | Columnist

America’s choice: Do voters want to live in reality, or a dangerous dream world?

Will Bunch | Columnist

Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump salutes at a campaign rally at the Gaylord Rockies Resort and Convention Center on Friday in Aurora, Colo.

After she was featured in a Trump attack ad, this Philly-area mom is fighting back with the truth

Helen Ubiñas | Columnist

Kimberly Burrell stands at the podium next to her daughter, Demi Pray, (left) before speaking about appearing in a Trump ad without her consent.

What does Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, want from Pennsylvania ... and America?

Will Bunch | Columnist

Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk jumps on stage to speak alongside Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump at a campaign event at the Butler Farm Show, Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024, in Butler, Pa.

2024 Subaru Solterra is just a Toyota by another name, for better or worse

Scott Sturgis | Columnist

While most EVs can have a similar look and shape, the Subaru Solterra looks just like the Toyota bZ4X, because they are virtually identical.

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These opinions were researched and written by a group of journalists who work separately from the newsroom to debate matters of public interest.

There’s more to like than fear about the country's financial future, writes the Editorial Board. So why do polls suggest most Americans think the U.S. economy is in terrible shape?

The U.S. economy is the envy of the world, but too many Americans have forgotten why | Editorial

The Editorial Board

Former President Donald Trump addresses supporters on the campaign trail at the Santander Arena in Reading, Pa. on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024.

Project 2025 offers a chilling preview of Trump’s autocratic plans for a second term | Editorial

The Editorial Board

The Editorial Board recommends U.S. Rep. Andy Kim in the race to represent New Jersey in the U.S. Senate.

Andy Kim to represent New Jersey in the U.S. Senate | Endorsement

The Editorial Board

The Inquirer Editorial Board recommends State Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta in the race for Pennsylvania auditor general.

Malcolm Kenyatta for auditor general | Endorsement

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An estimated 240 billion pennies are more likely in a piggy bank instead of being circulated, writes the Editorial Board, while the U.S. Mint in Philadelphia keeps making pennies that don’t get spent to replace pennies that didn’t get spent.

Penny dreadful? America slowly makes its move to a cashless economy. | Editorial

The Editorial Board

Centenarians project

Ask Philly-area centenarians what they’ve learned in 100 years

We spoke to 14 Pennsylvanians over 100 years old for advice, wisdom, and thoughts on a life well-lived.

Lauren Schneiderman, Devi Lockwood, and Sam Morris

10 things I learned from centenarians in the Philadelphia area

Travel is memorable and always worth it. Move your body. Eat vegetables. Gratitude makes daily life sing.

Herman Whilby (left), 106, and Sarah Narvel (right), 103, pose under a balloon arch during the annual Delaware County Centenarian Celebration in Drexel Hill on Thursday, May 16, 2024.

1,428 years of wisdom

I spoke with 14 people in the Greater Philadelphia area who are close to or over 100 years old. Here’s what I learned.

Charles Malloy, 99, rests his hands on his cane as he poses for a portrait at his home in West Chester on Wednesday, April 24, 2024.

Age is not a destination

Recording and listening to 14 interviews with some of the oldest living Pennsylvanians has changed me.

Herman Whilby (left), 106, and Sarah Narvel (right), 103, pose under a balloon arch during the annual Delaware County Centenarian Celebration in Drexel Hill on Thursday, May 16, 2024.

1,428 years of wisdom

I spoke with 14 people in the Greater Philadelphia area who are close to or over 100 years old. Here’s what I learned.

Charles Malloy, 99, rests his hands on his cane as he poses for a portrait at his home in West Chester on Wednesday, April 24, 2024.

Age is not a destination

Recording and listening to 14 interviews with some of the oldest living Pennsylvanians has changed me.

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