Collin Kawan-Hemler

Collin Kawan-Hemler is a writer, library worker, and amateur historian from South Philadelphia.

LATEST ARTICLES BY Collin Kawan-Hemler

U.S.

Battle to restore Philadelphia slavery exhibit removed by Trump administration rages on
February 4, 2026 By Callum Wilson And Collin Kawan-Hemler
Advocates and city officials call the removal authoritarian revisionism to history by the president.
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U.S.

Philadelphia bigwigs rally around Mayor Parker
January 6, 2026 By Collin Kawan-Hemler
Mayor Parker, the self-described “CEO” of Philadelphia, sought to downplay last year’s embarrassments.
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Politics

Philly District Attorney Krasner says residents must organize to protect freedom
September 29, 2025 By Collin Kawan-Hemler
Krasner, up for re-election in November, is using his office as a platform to urge communities to get organized.
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U.S.

Philadelphia mayor slow to defend city’s sanctuary status from Trump and ICE deportations
February 11, 2025 By Collin Kawan-Hemler
Mayor Cherelle Parker’s leadership style is under scrutiny from her city workforce, who are anxious to see bold opposition to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) terroristic deportations.
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Labor

Philly Aramark stadium workers demand healthcare, raises, dignity
May 10, 2024 By Collin Kawan-Hemler
Tired of company greed and foot dragging, they went on strike.
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