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Topics getting the most attention in Philadelphia public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.

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2026 General Election Guide

Philadelphia's 2026 general election ballot is set, and The Philadelphia Citizen has put together a quick rundown of what's on it. The races and questions on that ballot decide who runs city government and how your tax dollars get spent — so it's worth ten minutes of your time.

1 mentionLast discussed Sep 18, 2026

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Ranked choice voting

Council asked the state legislature to let Philadelphia and other cities adopt ranked choice voting. Supporters said it boosts turnout and kills 'spoiler' dynamics; opponents called it confusing and questioned election integrity.

2 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed May 28, 2026