Vol. II No. 9 (169)
Keeping You Posted With The Politics Of Philadelphia
February 24, 2011
Philadelphia Daily Record
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DIANA REGAN, president of Alliance Française de Philadelphie, congratulates Kirsten Lau, winning poster artist and a senior at J.R. Masterman School in Spring Garden section, as well as her French teacher, Jean Copeland. Lau designed poster announcing Trolley Tours of French Philadelphia. See page 2. Photo by Bonnie Squires
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The Alliance Française is participating in the three-week Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts, which focuses on Paris in the 1920s and has engaged all of this region’s cultural arts groups, from food to fashion to ballet to concert to theater. The Alliance Française will offer free ten-minute French lessons at 5PM every day during the festival at the Kimmel Center from April 7 through May 1 and will be sponsoring Trolley Tours of French Philadelphia, leaving from the Kimmel Center, on the following dates and times: Tuesdays, Apr. 12, 19, 26 11:00 a.m.;Thursdays, Apr. 14, 21, 28 3:00 p.m.; Saturdays, Apr. 16, 23 10:30 a.m. (English), 10:31 a.m. (French). Tickets: $20 call Alliance Française at (215) 735-5283 or order on-line at www.pifa.org and click on Tours.
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See the French influence by visiting Girard College, City Hall, the Statue of Joan of Arc, the Statue of Lion Crushing a Serpent, etc. And learn that the Benjamin Franklin Paarkway was inspired by the Champs Elysees!
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The Trolley Tours are in English during the week, but there will be a choice of French- or English-language tours on weekends.
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Bishop Looks To End Time Limit On Sex Abuse Cases State Rep. Louise Williams Bishop (D-W. Phila.) has again introduced legislation that would lift the current statute of limitations on criminal prosecutions and civil lawsuits against people who commit sex crimes against children in Pennsylvania. Bishop’s legislation (HB 806) would change Pennsylvania law that currently prohibits people from pursuing criminal charges or civil lawsuits after age 30 or 50, respectively, against someone who allegedly committed a sex crime against them when they were a child. “I believe it is critical that we bring this issue of child molestation and sexual abuse to the forefront,” Bishop said. “We need to protect the rights of young victims of sex abuse not just while they are still children, but also when they grow into adults. “There are many reasons why young children do not report these crimes, or cannot deal with them, for many years,” she said. “Cutting off the ability of victims to pursue criminal prosecution or civil action against their attackers after a certain age is unfair and allows many criminals to go unpunished.” Bishop is Democratic chairwoman of the House Children and Youth 24 JANUARY, 2011
committee and, in past legislative sessions, has introduced similar legislation to protect young victims of sexual abuse. “I don’t want this suffering to affect another generation of children, because many adults who were abused as children still carry the torment and suffering caused by these assaults,” Bishop said. Bishop and State Rep. Mike McGeehan, (D-Northeast) plan to hold a news conference 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 1 at the state Capitol Rotunda to discuss legislation.
Dems: PA Works is About Putting Pennsylvanians Back To Work Pennsylvania’s Democratic State Senators are rallying behind a policy initiative which is aimed to distinguish them from their Republican colleagues on economic issues. State Sen. LeAnna Washington (D-Northwest) today touted the Senate Democrats “PA Works” Plan; A 6point plan aimed at spurring economic development in Pennsylvania through job creation, increasing efficiency in state government and making investments in small businesses and local communities. “PA Works is about boosting economic growth in PA through job creation,” Washington said. “Putting Pennsylvanians back to work is a top priority for the Democratic Caucus and this plan is an excellent way to get Pennsylvania’s economy back on track while investing in jobs, small business growth and economic development.” Washington said PA Works will create over 28,000 jobs and leverage over $2 billion in new private investment. The plan focuses on 6 key areas: small business, workforce training, critical state investments, clean and green energy, infrastructure investment, and tax fairness. 24 FEBRUARY, 2011
“There is no doubt that Pennsylvania is facing serious revenue shortages,” Washington said. “The question is – how will we solve this problem? Will we continue to make egregious cuts or will we take what resources we have and develop innovative ideas to improve Pennsylvania’s economy without needlessly burdening the people.” Washington added that PA Works was crafted to avoid new spending where possible and to increase efficiency and eliminate redundancy in state government. She said it will result in more than $150 million in General Fund savings. State Sen. Christine M. Tartaglione (D-Kensington) molded her years-long effort to close the “Delaware Loophole” into a wider Senate Democratic plan to help small businesses compete, reduce corporate tax rates and get Pennsylvanians back to work. “Over the years we have seen small neighborhood businesses replaced by mega-corporations that answer only to stockholders,” Tartaglione said. “While Wall St. has already recovered from the recession, the streets of Northeast Philadelphia have not. By reforming the tax system, training workers and giving small businesses a boost, we intend to make sure the recovery reaches every working family.” “Delaware Loophole” and lower the state’s corporate net income tax to allow small businesses to prosper and grow. Nearly three quarters of Pennsylvania corporations pay no corporate income tax, partly because they can set up Delaware subsidiaries that license logos, trademarks, copyrights and other “non-tangible” – and therefore not taxable – assets.
Roebuck Discusses Vouchers Bill State Rep. Jim Roebuck, Democratic Chairman of the Penna. House Education Committee, taped an interview with Jill Horner at Comcast Newsmakers, regarding his objections to the tuition vouchers bill. First of all, Roebuck is concerned even if a student has a voucher, there is no guarantee that he or she would be
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accepted at the school of choice. And alternatives to public schools do not exist in many parts of the state, particularly in rural areas. The day before the taping, Roebuck had served on the Democratic Policy panel in Philadelphia, hosting hearings and discussing tuition vouchers bill. Photo by Bonnie Squires
Feb. 24- State Rep. James Roebuck hosts birthday bash at Warmdaddy’s, Columbus Blvd. & Reed St., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Great jazz, good food. RSVP (215) 382-1268. Feb. 24- Willie Jordan’s 44th Ward hosts Jazz Night at VFW Post, 4812 Fairmount Ave., 6-10 p.m. For info (215) 879-6630. Feb. 25- State Sen. Shirley Kitchen hosts free blood-pressure screenings at her District office, 1701 W. Lehigh Ave., 2-4 p.m. Feb. 25-26- Free clothing and other items giveaway at Mt. Hebron Baptist Ch., 1415 Wharton St. For info Pastor Richard J. Walter, Jr. (215) 336-8163. Feb. 25- Donna Aument’s 33rd Ward Fundraiser Beef & Beer at Juniata G.C. For info Donna (215) 427-1645. Feb. 28- Tea Party PatriotsSouth Meeting at Champs, 2100 S. Columbus Blvd. (near IKEA), 7 p.m. All welcome. Joe McColgan speaker. Mar. 2Petition party for Mayor Michael Nutter at W. Phila. YMCA, 5120 Chestnut St., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Mar. 3Reception for Council candidate Verna Tyner and Councilman Bill Greenlee at Ceisler Media, 1525 Locust St., 6th fl., 5:307:30. For info (610) 271-5365. 4|
Kolansky Reappointed Secretary Of Police Foundation Board The Philadelphia Police Foundation has reappointed attorney Jeffrey M. Kolansky to its Board of Directors and as Secretary of the nonprofit organization, which raises funds to support Philadelphia Police Department public safety initiatives. Mr. Kolansky is a Managing Partner of Archer & Greiner P.C. in Philadelphia and a former longtime Philadelphia Assistant District Attorney. He brings a long history of law enforcement representation and Philadelphia civic involvement to the Foundation. The Philadelphia Police Foundation works closely with Police Commissioner Charles H. Ramsey and Deputy Commissioner Richard J. Ross Jr., Ex Officio members of the Foundation Board, to raise funds that make a significant difference in the day-to-day efforts of Philadelphia’s men and women in blue. Created in 1999 by then-Police Commissioner John F. Timoney, the Foundation uses tax-deductible contributions from businesses and individuals to supplement the Philadelphia Police Department’s budget for innovative programs and other initiatives. The Foundation is in the midst of a $2 million fundraising campaign to help re-establish the Philadelphia Mounted Police Unit. Police Department leaders strongly believe that officers on horseback are an integral part of the Department’s overall policing plan, providing effective crowd control and better access than vehicles to areas such as Fairmount and Cobbs Creek Parks, while also serving as goodwill ambassadors. The Foundation has recently provided funding for such items as Segway two-wheeled personal transportation devices for officers, crime-mapping, bomb-squad equipment, officer training and body armor. For more information and to donate, please visit the Foundation website at www.phillypolicefoundation.org. A resident of the Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia, Mr. Kolansky is a highly experienced litigator who has tried to conclusion hundreds of jury trials. His expertise has earned him a national reputation in such areas as police representation, civil rights defense, labor and employment law and other areas of litigation, as well as client counseling. THE PHILADELPHIA DAILY RECORD
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