Letters to the Editor | Nov. 6, 2026

For all of the talk about threats to democracy, the key issues for many voters were economic, not constitutional. That raises the question of what Americans would have tolerated if prices were better.

Plus: Policy advice for Democrats as they enjoy their trifecta, and simpler solutions for building more housing in Philadelphia.

The Democrat’s record of constructive accomplishment was rewarded by voters Tuesday, offering a dramatic contrast with their rejection of President Trump.

There were no seized ballots, no troops at the polls — and a record turnout. America was never cut out for dictatorship.

There is a difference between legitimate oversight and deciding in advance that impeachment will define the next Congress, writes Michael Gottesman.

Inquirer readers on the historic results of Tuesday’s midterm election.

Keisha Lance Bottoms’ win was for every girl who was told her name was too ethnic to open the right doors, and for every woman who felt she had to remove her box braids before an interview.

Across the country — in red states and blue — voters backed Democrats in a blistering rebuke of Donald Trump’s cruel, divisive, and costly policies.

By supporting municipally owned grocery stores, the city can build a holistic system that brings fresh food from farm to neighborhood, giving access to healthy nutrition for underserved communities.

America is coming to resemble Russia, where oligarchs get rich off the state. But if the superwealthy in the U.S. think they can empower an authoritarian and remain unscathed, they are mistaken.

Inquirer readers on allegations of antisemitism in Philadelphia’s public schools and the parallels between President Trump and one of his 19th-century predecessors.

Plus, can anyone stop the insanity of the Iran War?

The health secretary’s false assertions that those who practice Islam don’t produce prize-winning science or literature are easy to refute. Let’s focus on that instead of aiming more barbs at him.

Proposals calling for small-business contracting preferences and a permanent office to oversee the city’s arts and culture initiatives are on Tuesday’s ballot.

Inquirer readers on cashless payment systems in Philadelphia’s suburbs and the impact of extreme weather on independent farmers.

Political engagement and civic responsibility must be practiced every day of the year, not just on Election Day.

The “sixth-year curse” may dog the president and his party.

Inquirer readers on the role of independent voters in elections and the Kennedy Center renaming controversy.

In Alaska, an overzealous FBI probe and Trump’s push to block a Dem victory is much scarier than a routine political ploy.

Jamal Pistoria was taken into custody on a SEPTA bus early Friday morning.

Natasha Cloud, Kahleah Copper, and Maddy Siegrist — alongside other WNBA stars like Paige Bueckers, Gabby Williams, and Kelsey Plum — will take the court at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Feb. 15.

Facing an impeachment vote and congressional investigations plus the president's search for a scapegoat for the midterms, the defense secretary defends the Iran war and his job performance.

A new crop of restaurants and bakeries draws on Louisiana roots, from gumbo egg rolls in Northern Liberties to house-baked po’boy rolls in Kensington.

Energy Transfer said the rupture of the 14-inch underground line occurred about 2:45 p.m. Thursday in Upper Merion Township’s Bridgeport section.

Despite enormous anticipation, the Cybertruck never caught on with most buyers, and sales declined almost from the moment it hit the market.