Philly History – Philly Liberation Center

‘New Philadelphia’ leaves workers behind – A socialist response to the 76ers stadium proposal

July 28, 2022/in Housing Justice, Militant Journalism, Philly History/by Max Delafosse-Brown

On July 21, the ownership of the Philadelphia 76ers unveiled a new $1.3 billion plan to construct a new arena for the team. The proposed arena — 76 Place — […]

Rule of the Rich: How a Tiny Class of Ultra-Wealthy Landlords Dominates the Philly Working Class

June 9, 2021/in Housing Justice, Militant Journalism, Philly History, Struggle, Study/by Jared Johnson

PHILADELPHIA — In the wake of a year of massive economic downturn coinciding with the COVID-19 pandemic, Philadelphia’s largest and most powerful landlords have the most to gain — all […]