Those mean suburban streets: for years, Philadelphians have flocked to the surrounding counties in search of safer streets. Did they make a wrong turn?
Article Abstract:
Many people have moved to the suburbs around Philadelphia, PA, in the belief that they are reducing their exposure to a potential road accident. In fact, serious accidents are becoming just as common in suburban areas as in urban centres. Many accidents arise because people believe that they are invulnerable.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 2001
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Labor's day: Mayor Street is tight with the building-trades unions - so tight, the relationship could end up strangling his own anti-blight plan
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John Street, Mayor of Philadelphia, PA, has openly acknowledged the role of the labour unions in getting him elected. During the first half of his term in office, he has paid particular attention to the building-trades unions, which have in turn made large contributions to his campaign fund.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 2001
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The editors of this magazine are wrong
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The support for Sam Katz in the mayoral elections of Philadelphia is mentioned. The chances of candidates to win the elections and the challenges faced by them are discussed.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 2003
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