The Inquirer Editorial BoardWhat I DoThis opinion was written by a group of journalists who work separately from the newsroom to debate matters of public interest.(215) 854-4000For Trump, the midterms delivered what Congress wouldn’t: accountability | EditorialAcross the country — in red states and blue — voters backed Democrats in a blistering rebuke of Donald Trump’s cruel, divisive, and costly policies.The Editorial Board Nov. 4, 2026Link copied to clipboardThe people vs. Elon Musk | EditorialThe midterm elections pit voters’ discontent with Trump and Republicans against unprecedented spending by the superrich.The Editorial Board Oct. 29, 2026Link copied to clipboardJosh Shapiro for governor of Pennsylvania | EndorsementShapiro prides himself on getting stuff done. But what truly sets him apart are his commonsense policies, willingness to stand up for what is right, and ability to work across the aisle.The Editorial Board Oct. 24, 2026Link copied to clipboardAbout The Editorial BoardThe Philadelphia Inquirer’s Editorial Board is made up of writers and editors who work independently from the newsroom and offer an informed viewpoint on important issues of the day.The Editorial Board Oct. 15, 2026Link copied to clipboardPresident Trump’s desperate campaign to buy off voters | EditorialFrom cash payouts to Russian diesel, his eleventh-hour efforts to avoid a midterm rebuke seem doomed to fail.The Editorial Board Oct. 13, 2026Link copied to clipboardThe Case for Impeachment: What would the founders do? | EditorialThe list of the president’s high crimes and misdemeanors is breathtaking.The Editorial Board Oct. 7, 2026Link copied to clipboardNew Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill has set an ethical example for a corrupt era | EditorialHer call for Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell’s resignation was a heartening departure from politics as usual.The Editorial Board Oct. 1, 2026Link copied to clipboardOur recommendations on two Philadelphia City Charter amendments | EndorsementProposals calling for small-business contracting preferences and a permanent office to oversee the city’s arts and culture initiatives are on Tuesday’s ballot.The Editorial Board Nov. 3, 2026Link copied to clipboardThe Inquirer’s 2026 General Election Endorsement GuideThe Editorial Board vetted candidates in key races to help you decide.The Editorial Board Oct. 27, 2026Link copied to clipboardZack Mullock in N.J. 2nd Congressional District and Rebecca Bennett in N.J. 7th Congressional District | EndorsementThe Democratic candidates offer voters an alternative to the GOP incumbents' blind allegiance to President Donald Trump's dead-end policies.The Editorial Board Oct. 22, 2026Link copied to clipboardAbout Our EndorsementsThe Inquirer Editorial Board — which operates independently of the newsroom — interviews candidates, researches the issues, and debates vigorously before recommending who would best serve the public.The Editorial Board Oct. 15, 2026Link copied to clipboardThe Case for Impeachment | OpinionA series of essays illuminating how Donald Trump — an out-of-control president focused on his own profiteering while trampling the rule of law — is a clear and present danger to the republic.The Editorial Board Oct. 11, 2026Link copied to clipboardDave McCormick dreams of strengthening science, but Trump is researchers’ worst nightmare | EditorialThe Pennsylvania senator’s gentle advocacy for NIH funding has had little apparent impact on the president he wholeheartedly supports.The Editorial Board Oct. 6, 2026Link copied to clipboardPhiladelphia shouldn’t give up on the Academy of Natural Sciences’ historic museum | EditorialThe Academy's 150-year-old building faces roughly $150 million in deferred maintenance costs. While that may seem daunting, it is not insurmountable.The Editorial Board Sept. 28, 2026Link copied to clipboardVote like your vote depends on it | EditorialRobust democratic participation is the surest remedy for President Trump’s efforts to undermine our democracy.The Editorial Board Nov. 1, 2026Link copied to clipboardKey Pa. congressional races could change the direction of the country | EditorialA Democratic House majority could help address the affordability issues plaguing voters while restoring some common sense, decency, and oversight in Washington.The Editorial Board Oct. 27, 2026Link copied to clipboardBob Brooks for Pennsylvania’s 7th Congressional District | EndorsementBrooks’ campaign commercials highlight his firefighting career but undersell his full story of hard work and life challenges. Experience that will serve him well in Congress.The Editorial Board Oct. 20, 2026Link copied to clipboardBrendan Boyle for Pennsylvania’s 2nd Congressional District | EndorsementAfter a dozen years working his way up the congressional ranks, the incumbent is poised to become chairman of the powerful Budget Committee, which shapes national economic and tax policy.The Editorial Board Oct. 15, 2026Link copied to clipboardThe fear and hope of Pennsylvania’s measles outbreak | EditorialPresident Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have put countless Americans in unnecessary danger. Vaccines still hold remarkable power to protect us.The Editorial Board Oct. 8, 2026Link copied to clipboardBob Harvie is the best choice for Pennsylvania’s 1st Congressional District | EndorsementThe Bucks County commissioner would bring some much-needed compassion to a Congress that has failed to uphold its sworn oath to support the Constitution and serve as a check on the executive branch.The Editorial Board Oct. 4, 2026Link copied to clipboardSee more stories
For Trump, the midterms delivered what Congress wouldn’t: accountability | EditorialAcross the country — in red states and blue — voters backed Democrats in a blistering rebuke of Donald Trump’s cruel, divisive, and costly policies.The Editorial Board Nov. 4, 2026Link copied to clipboard
For Trump, the midterms delivered what Congress wouldn’t: accountability | EditorialAcross the country — in red states and blue — voters backed Democrats in a blistering rebuke of Donald Trump’s cruel, divisive, and costly policies.The Editorial Board Nov. 4, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The people vs. Elon Musk | EditorialThe midterm elections pit voters’ discontent with Trump and Republicans against unprecedented spending by the superrich.The Editorial Board Oct. 29, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The people vs. Elon Musk | EditorialThe midterm elections pit voters’ discontent with Trump and Republicans against unprecedented spending by the superrich.The Editorial Board Oct. 29, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Josh Shapiro for governor of Pennsylvania | EndorsementShapiro prides himself on getting stuff done. But what truly sets him apart are his commonsense policies, willingness to stand up for what is right, and ability to work across the aisle.The Editorial Board Oct. 24, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Josh Shapiro for governor of Pennsylvania | EndorsementShapiro prides himself on getting stuff done. But what truly sets him apart are his commonsense policies, willingness to stand up for what is right, and ability to work across the aisle.The Editorial Board Oct. 24, 2026Link copied to clipboard
About The Editorial BoardThe Philadelphia Inquirer’s Editorial Board is made up of writers and editors who work independently from the newsroom and offer an informed viewpoint on important issues of the day.The Editorial Board Oct. 15, 2026Link copied to clipboard
About The Editorial BoardThe Philadelphia Inquirer’s Editorial Board is made up of writers and editors who work independently from the newsroom and offer an informed viewpoint on important issues of the day.The Editorial Board Oct. 15, 2026Link copied to clipboard
President Trump’s desperate campaign to buy off voters | EditorialFrom cash payouts to Russian diesel, his eleventh-hour efforts to avoid a midterm rebuke seem doomed to fail.The Editorial Board Oct. 13, 2026Link copied to clipboard
President Trump’s desperate campaign to buy off voters | EditorialFrom cash payouts to Russian diesel, his eleventh-hour efforts to avoid a midterm rebuke seem doomed to fail.The Editorial Board Oct. 13, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The Case for Impeachment: What would the founders do? | EditorialThe list of the president’s high crimes and misdemeanors is breathtaking.The Editorial Board Oct. 7, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The Case for Impeachment: What would the founders do? | EditorialThe list of the president’s high crimes and misdemeanors is breathtaking.The Editorial Board Oct. 7, 2026Link copied to clipboard
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill has set an ethical example for a corrupt era | EditorialHer call for Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell’s resignation was a heartening departure from politics as usual.The Editorial Board Oct. 1, 2026Link copied to clipboard
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill has set an ethical example for a corrupt era | EditorialHer call for Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell’s resignation was a heartening departure from politics as usual.The Editorial Board Oct. 1, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Our recommendations on two Philadelphia City Charter amendments | EndorsementProposals calling for small-business contracting preferences and a permanent office to oversee the city’s arts and culture initiatives are on Tuesday’s ballot.The Editorial Board Nov. 3, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Our recommendations on two Philadelphia City Charter amendments | EndorsementProposals calling for small-business contracting preferences and a permanent office to oversee the city’s arts and culture initiatives are on Tuesday’s ballot.The Editorial Board Nov. 3, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The Inquirer’s 2026 General Election Endorsement GuideThe Editorial Board vetted candidates in key races to help you decide.The Editorial Board Oct. 27, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The Inquirer’s 2026 General Election Endorsement GuideThe Editorial Board vetted candidates in key races to help you decide.The Editorial Board Oct. 27, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Zack Mullock in N.J. 2nd Congressional District and Rebecca Bennett in N.J. 7th Congressional District | EndorsementThe Democratic candidates offer voters an alternative to the GOP incumbents' blind allegiance to President Donald Trump's dead-end policies.The Editorial Board Oct. 22, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Zack Mullock in N.J. 2nd Congressional District and Rebecca Bennett in N.J. 7th Congressional District | EndorsementThe Democratic candidates offer voters an alternative to the GOP incumbents' blind allegiance to President Donald Trump's dead-end policies.The Editorial Board Oct. 22, 2026Link copied to clipboard
About Our EndorsementsThe Inquirer Editorial Board — which operates independently of the newsroom — interviews candidates, researches the issues, and debates vigorously before recommending who would best serve the public.The Editorial Board Oct. 15, 2026Link copied to clipboard
About Our EndorsementsThe Inquirer Editorial Board — which operates independently of the newsroom — interviews candidates, researches the issues, and debates vigorously before recommending who would best serve the public.The Editorial Board Oct. 15, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The Case for Impeachment | OpinionA series of essays illuminating how Donald Trump — an out-of-control president focused on his own profiteering while trampling the rule of law — is a clear and present danger to the republic.The Editorial Board Oct. 11, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The Case for Impeachment | OpinionA series of essays illuminating how Donald Trump — an out-of-control president focused on his own profiteering while trampling the rule of law — is a clear and present danger to the republic.The Editorial Board Oct. 11, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Dave McCormick dreams of strengthening science, but Trump is researchers’ worst nightmare | EditorialThe Pennsylvania senator’s gentle advocacy for NIH funding has had little apparent impact on the president he wholeheartedly supports.The Editorial Board Oct. 6, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Dave McCormick dreams of strengthening science, but Trump is researchers’ worst nightmare | EditorialThe Pennsylvania senator’s gentle advocacy for NIH funding has had little apparent impact on the president he wholeheartedly supports.The Editorial Board Oct. 6, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Philadelphia shouldn’t give up on the Academy of Natural Sciences’ historic museum | EditorialThe Academy's 150-year-old building faces roughly $150 million in deferred maintenance costs. While that may seem daunting, it is not insurmountable.The Editorial Board Sept. 28, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Philadelphia shouldn’t give up on the Academy of Natural Sciences’ historic museum | EditorialThe Academy's 150-year-old building faces roughly $150 million in deferred maintenance costs. While that may seem daunting, it is not insurmountable.The Editorial Board Sept. 28, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Vote like your vote depends on it | EditorialRobust democratic participation is the surest remedy for President Trump’s efforts to undermine our democracy.The Editorial Board Nov. 1, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Vote like your vote depends on it | EditorialRobust democratic participation is the surest remedy for President Trump’s efforts to undermine our democracy.The Editorial Board Nov. 1, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Key Pa. congressional races could change the direction of the country | EditorialA Democratic House majority could help address the affordability issues plaguing voters while restoring some common sense, decency, and oversight in Washington.The Editorial Board Oct. 27, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Key Pa. congressional races could change the direction of the country | EditorialA Democratic House majority could help address the affordability issues plaguing voters while restoring some common sense, decency, and oversight in Washington.The Editorial Board Oct. 27, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Bob Brooks for Pennsylvania’s 7th Congressional District | EndorsementBrooks’ campaign commercials highlight his firefighting career but undersell his full story of hard work and life challenges. Experience that will serve him well in Congress.The Editorial Board Oct. 20, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Bob Brooks for Pennsylvania’s 7th Congressional District | EndorsementBrooks’ campaign commercials highlight his firefighting career but undersell his full story of hard work and life challenges. Experience that will serve him well in Congress.The Editorial Board Oct. 20, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Brendan Boyle for Pennsylvania’s 2nd Congressional District | EndorsementAfter a dozen years working his way up the congressional ranks, the incumbent is poised to become chairman of the powerful Budget Committee, which shapes national economic and tax policy.The Editorial Board Oct. 15, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Brendan Boyle for Pennsylvania’s 2nd Congressional District | EndorsementAfter a dozen years working his way up the congressional ranks, the incumbent is poised to become chairman of the powerful Budget Committee, which shapes national economic and tax policy.The Editorial Board Oct. 15, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The fear and hope of Pennsylvania’s measles outbreak | EditorialPresident Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have put countless Americans in unnecessary danger. Vaccines still hold remarkable power to protect us.The Editorial Board Oct. 8, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The fear and hope of Pennsylvania’s measles outbreak | EditorialPresident Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have put countless Americans in unnecessary danger. Vaccines still hold remarkable power to protect us.The Editorial Board Oct. 8, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Bob Harvie is the best choice for Pennsylvania’s 1st Congressional District | EndorsementThe Bucks County commissioner would bring some much-needed compassion to a Congress that has failed to uphold its sworn oath to support the Constitution and serve as a check on the executive branch.The Editorial Board Oct. 4, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Bob Harvie is the best choice for Pennsylvania’s 1st Congressional District | EndorsementThe Bucks County commissioner would bring some much-needed compassion to a Congress that has failed to uphold its sworn oath to support the Constitution and serve as a check on the executive branch.The Editorial Board Oct. 4, 2026Link copied to clipboard