What it is like to go from a citizen to a politician? Kendra Brooks inauguration journey
01/21/2020 - 17:37
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Kendra Brooks' election made history, now follow the new councilwoman endorsed by Elizabeth Warren as she navigates Inauguration Day.
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Growing up as a transgender kid
12/31/2019 - 21:50
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“If you look at me you will realize I am just like any little girl, but there is one thing.”
At a time when the transgender community wasn't recognized, Rebecca Juro fought for visibility
12/31/2019 - 21:00
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The host of "The Becky Juro show" talks about the importance of media representation and the trans community's fight for recognition.
A Philadelphia Coast Guard veteran journey to manhood: Nick Greiner
12/31/2019 - 20:00
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In a year that saw a military ban, a veteran talks about his experience in the force and redefining gender roles.
Henry Sias: From the immigration system to running for judge
12/31/2019 - 15:00
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A criminal lawyer's journey through life, with the ups and downs of the immigration system and the challenges of making the world see beyond his gender.
What can you do when people in your community are homeless? Justine Ingram is helping to change the narrative
12/31/2019 - 14:51
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Growing up in a small town in Georgia wasn't exactly easy, but now Ingram is able to help people through Trans Housing Atlanta.
When being bilingual, having a diploma and a good resume aren't enough to find a job: Dionne Kettl
12/31/2019 - 14:04
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TRANSending Barriers co-founder, Dionne Kettl, talks about her experience growing up in the south and the employment disparities she has face.
Deja Lynn Alvarez: Building inclusion through activism and policy
12/11/2019 - 12:47
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Deja Lynn Alvarez's work as an activist and politician has lead her to be considered a hero by the people she fights to give a voice to.
Colorado Representative Brianna Titone: Making history was just the beginning
12/05/2019 - 23:37
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“Hello everyone, my name is Brianna Titone and I'm a transgender person. Now let's get down to business because that's what I'm here for.”
The many faces of transgender people
12/03/2019 - 18:02
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In a society that has tried to limit them for so long, transgender people are working to show the world who they are and what they want in life.
What is the soda tax? And where is Philadelphia's beverage tax revenue going?
11/15/2019 - 15:24
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According to the City Controller, 70% of the budget has yet to be spent on the programs it's intended for.
Low temperatures prompt Philadelphia to enact Code Blue
11/13/2019 - 17:48
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Here’s what you should know as Philadelphia enters an early protocol for cold weather.
México otorga asilo al ex presidente de Bolivia Evo Morales
11/12/2019 - 09:35
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Después de que Morales anunció su renuncia, el gobierno mexicano le ofreció solicitar asilo.
Mexico grants asylum to Bolivia's president Evo Morales
11/11/2019 - 17:52
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After Morales announced his resignation, the Mexican government offered him to apply for asylum.
From the Statue of Liberty to the Supreme Court: “Home Is Here” marchers make a stop in Philadelphia
11/08/2019 - 13:34
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The lives of 790,000 DACA recipients rest in the hands of the Supreme Court’s upcoming decisions, "Home is Here" March aims to bring attention to DACA and TPS programs
Senator Bob Casey: Beyond the Senate
11/07/2019 - 11:55
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For Senator Bob Casey, politics have always been part of his life. But what are the moments outside of the spotlight that have shaped his beliefs?
House formalizes Trump impeachment inquiry, here are the Senate's next steps
10/31/2019 - 12:23
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The House of Representatives has voted to moved forward with Trump's impeachment process, what now? Senator Bob Casey explains what will happen once the inquiry reaches the Senate.
Philadelphia’s City Controller urges Mayor Kenney to implement new gun violence prevention programs
10/25/2019 - 09:35
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The office estimates implementing the programs could reduce homicides by 10% annually, saving at least 318 lives in 5 years.
Philly Trans March 2019 remembers transgender people murdered in Philadelphia.
10/17/2019 - 12:35
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On Oct. 12, the Philly Trans March highlighted the need for recognition and support of transgender rights in light of the many transgender people who have been murdered in the city.
How to run a nonprofit and not die trying: Nilda Ruiz from Asociación de Puertoriqueños en Marcha for Everyone
10/16/2019 - 00:00
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What makes someone dedicate a lifetime to nonprofit? Nilda Ruiz from Asociación Puertorriqueños en Marcha for Everyone has the answer.
The union contract of nearly every Philadelphia Center City office cleaner expires tomorrow. And they still don’t have a deal
10/14/2019 - 14:25
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If they don’t come to an agreement by Tuesday, the cleaners will go on strike.
Philadelphia passes bill to protect and include transgender and non-binary youth
10/04/2019 - 17:54
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Philadelphia City Council passes a package of bills to promote the safety, dignity, and inclusion of the transgender, non-binary and gender-expansive community.
5 claves para entender el acuerdo de "tercer país seguro" entre los Estados Unidos y América Latina
10/01/2019 - 14:17
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Honduras y El Salvador se unen al acuerdo de tercer país seguro de EE.UU. ¿Qué significa todo esto?
5 keys to understand the "safe third country" agreement between the US and Latin America
09/26/2019 - 14:00
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Honduras and El Salvador joint the US safe third country agreement. What does it all mean?
5 things you need to know about the Bahamas
09/03/2019 - 17:28
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Hurricane Dorian cause serious damage in the Bahamas. These are the 5 things you need to know about the independent country.