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Donald Trump stands on stage with former first lady Melania Trump, as Lara Trump watches, at an election night watch party at the Palm Beach Convention Center on Wednesday in West Palm Beach, Fla.

Letters to the Editor | Nov. 7, 2024

Inquirer readers on Donald Trump's presidential victory.

Letters to the Editor, For The Inquirer

Donald Trump is keenly attuned to the worst instincts of many Americans, writes the Editorial Board, and his chaotic campaign provided a big tent for all kinds of prejudices.

A tumultuous election ends, and voters choose Trump’s grim vision of discord and retribution | Editorial

The Editorial Board

Supporters listen as Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport, Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, in Latrobe, Pa.

Be honest, America. This is who we are: a bitter, broken land that wants Trump to lead us.

Will Bunch | Columnist

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In search of ways to cope with post-election emotions | Inquirer Opinion

Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce (left) shares a laugh with his brother, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, after an Eagles win over the Chiefs in 2023.

Letters to the Editor | Nov. 6, 2024

Letters to the Editor, For The Inquirer

2024 Honda Prologue: Does slow and steady win the race?

The EV comes a little late to the party, bringing a long range, comfort, and familiar controls. But there are some drawbacks.

Scott Sturgis | Columnist2 hours ago

The 2024 Honda Prologue joins its EV competitors and makes a good show of size and range, though performance is not quite a match.

The 2024 Honda Prologue joins its EV competitors and makes a good show of size and range, though performance is not quite a match.

2024 Honda Prologue: Does slow and steady win the race?

The EV comes a little late to the party, bringing a long range, comfort, and familiar controls. But there are some drawbacks.

Scott Sturgis | Columnist2 hours ago

Be honest, America. This is who we are: a bitter, broken land that wants Trump to lead us.

Will Bunch | Columnist

Supporters listen as Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport, Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, in Latrobe, Pa.

Six ways living in a swing state is like living an election fever dream in 2024

Stephanie Farr | Columnist

Kim Decker of Elkins Park, known as the "Vote Lady” provides information about voting and cheers people standing in line for Kamala Harris' election eve rally on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Center City Monday.

As mainstream media watchdogs shirk their responsibilities, voters must speak up for themselves

Solomon Jones | Columnist

Former President Donald Trump addresses his supporters while playing a video about Vice President Kamala Harris during an Oct. 29 campaign stop in Allentown. With some journalistic outlets seemingly bowing to public pressure over political endorsements, it’s no wonder there's a mistrust of mainstream media outlets, Solomon Jones writes.

How will we cope if Trump (or Harris) wins?

Helen Ubiñas | Columnist

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These opinions were researched and written by a group of journalists who work separately from the newsroom to debate matters of public interest.

Donald Trump is keenly attuned to the worst instincts of many Americans, writes the Editorial Board, and his chaotic campaign provided a big tent for all kinds of prejudices.

A tumultuous election ends, and voters choose Trump’s grim vision of discord and retribution | Editorial

The Editorial Board

Donald Trump before addressing supporters at the PPL Center in Allentown. A win for the former president would imperil basic freedoms that previous generations fought and died for, writes the Editorial Board.

The dire consequences of a Donald Trump win | Editorial

The Editorial Board

Detail of “Philly Will Decide” mural in LOVE Park by artist and Illustrator Hawk Krall. The outcome of Tuesday's vote may determine whether America will ever turn away from candidates who would rather spread lies than make a compelling case for their own election, writes the Editorial Board.

On Election Day, voters can send the message that character matters | Editorial

The Editorial Board

The Trump Threat | Unfit to Lead

The Editorial Board

As Election Day nears, the difference between Trump and Harris could not be starker | Editorial

The Editorial Board

Centenarians project

Ask Philly-area centenarians what they’ve learned in 100 years

We spoke to 14 Pennsylvanians over 100 years old for advice, wisdom, and thoughts on a life well-lived.

Lauren Schneiderman, Devi Lockwood, and Sam Morris

10 things I learned from centenarians in the Philadelphia area

Travel is memorable and always worth it. Move your body. Eat vegetables. Gratitude makes daily life sing.

Herman Whilby (left), 106, and Sarah Narvel (right), 103, pose under a balloon arch during the annual Delaware County Centenarian Celebration in Drexel Hill on Thursday, May 16, 2024.

1,428 years of wisdom

I spoke with 14 people in the Greater Philadelphia area who are close to or over 100 years old. Here’s what I learned.

Charles Malloy, 99, rests his hands on his cane as he poses for a portrait at his home in West Chester on Wednesday, April 24, 2024.

Age is not a destination

Recording and listening to 14 interviews with some of the oldest living Pennsylvanians has changed me.

Herman Whilby (left), 106, and Sarah Narvel (right), 103, pose under a balloon arch during the annual Delaware County Centenarian Celebration in Drexel Hill on Thursday, May 16, 2024.

1,428 years of wisdom

I spoke with 14 people in the Greater Philadelphia area who are close to or over 100 years old. Here’s what I learned.

Charles Malloy, 99, rests his hands on his cane as he poses for a portrait at his home in West Chester on Wednesday, April 24, 2024.

Age is not a destination

Recording and listening to 14 interviews with some of the oldest living Pennsylvanians has changed me.

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