The Philly Download

10/30/2025

Make sure you stop by one of these places to grab a copy of our first ever zine: The Election Zine.

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Deliveries to our stockists are being made today*

10/29/2025

Did Louisiana violate the Constitution by creating a second majority-Black congressional district? But actually the real question is simple: can states ever consider race when drawing maps, even to remedy discrimination?

The Supreme Court is about to finish what it started in 2013.

10/29/2025

Our first-ever zine is coming to a location near you this week. You’ll experience art, poetry, photojournalism and deep reporting that tell a story about Philly’s history, election culture, and commitment to resistance.

Stay tuned so you’ll be able to grab a FREE copy at four exclusive locations around the city. 👀

10/28/2025

Catch up with us on Saturday at 3:00 PM for a conversation with Dr. Menika B. Dirkson and Linn Washington, Jr. to enjoy a recorded discussion about Black Philly’s history, elections, and resistance to launch The Philly Download’s first ever zine!

Thanks to for hosting us and being along this incredible journey with us. Can’t wait to see you all!

10/27/2025

A little reminder of how federal Supreme Court justices differ from state Supreme Court justices. All parts of the US government have a specific role to play in the growth, development, and support of our communities. By understanding these different parts we are able to understand what needs to be done to move forward in a way where all people are treated just and fairly.

Are you a Black Philadelphian with a story to tell? Pitch us [email protected] to share yours.

10/27/2025

Between 1965 and 2013, the Justice Department blocked more than 800 proposed voting changes. Within months of passage, a quarter million new Black voters had registered. The registration gap between white and Black Americans fell from nearly 30 percentage points to just 8 points within a decade.

The Supreme Court is about to finish what it started in 2013.

10/24/2025

Dave Fortune caught up with members of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. & Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. at Casey’s in Drexel Hill for an Eagles watch experience that benefits those fighting cancer.

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10/23/2025

The goal is to create a more informed Philly, so that Black Philadelphians are better equipped with the information they need to make informed decisions about the future of our city!

Deadlines for the Nov. 4, 2025, Municipal Election:
🗓️ 5 p.m. Oct. 28: Your APPLICATION for a mail-in or absentee ballot must be received by your county election office.
🗓️ 8 p.m. Nov. 4: Your county election office must RECEIVE your completed mail ballot by this time. A postmark by 8 p.m. Nov. 4 is not sufficient. 

Are you a Black Philadelphian with a story to tell? Pitch us at [email protected]

10/20/2025

Why do retention votes matter so much? Because a simple 'yes' or 'no' can dictate the next decade of our states' life!

Retention elections might be one of the most significant “yes” or “no” votes you’ll ever get to make at the polls.

10/20/2025

When speaking of sports, we should never forget about the legacies of the people who showed up even when people tried to convince them they couldn’t. The Philadelphia Stars leave a legacy behind that should always be remembered because even when they said no way, Black Philadelphians said, hell yes!

Are you a Black Philadelphian with a story to tell? Pitch us at [email protected]

10/17/2025

"The gradations of Black are different. My colorism experience is different – in Dominican Republic, as a Black person, I'm treated differently than a Haitian Black person. But that doesn't mean that we collectively as Black people are not oppressed in Dominican Republic."

"The gradations of Black are different."

10/16/2025

Have you seen our new website? We got a whole new ‘do! Dive into the importance of PA politics with this new article by Rotimi Adeoye

Judges at all levels impact your everyday life – both personally, professionally, and politically.