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Episode 1: An Overview of Public Banking

By Philadelphia Public Banking Coalition on February 26, 2021

PRESS RELEASE Philadelphia Public Banking Coalition February 26, 2021 Councilmember Derek Green and Public Bank Coalition Launch Monthly Series: Financing Philadelphia’s Future The series focuses on Green’s current legislative initiative to create a Philadelphia Public Bank PHILADELPHIA— This past Tuesday, Councilmember Derek Green (At-Large) and the Philadelphia Public Bank Coalition premiered the first in a monthly series of live, interactive… Continue reading "Episode 1: An Overview of Public Banking"
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Philly will consider establishing a public bank in an effort to boost Black-owned businesses

By Philadelphia Public Banking Coalition on January 29, 2021

Article in the Philadelphia Inquirer by Laura McCrystal and Sean Collins Walsh on January 28, 2019 Philadelphia City Council will consider establishing a public bank, a move that lawmakers and advocates say would fight systemic racism and boost the local economy by serving business owners of color. Councilmember Derek Green introduced legislation Thursday to establish a public bank as a city authority… Continue reading "Philly will consider establishing a public bank in an effort to boost Black-owned businesses"
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Thank You to All the Philadelphia Public Bank Bill’s Co-Sponsors!

By Philadelphia Public Banking Coalition on January 28, 2021

Thank you to all of the Councilmember co-sponsors of the Philadelphia Public Banking Bill! Chief Sponsor: Derek Green, At Large Co-Sponsors: Cindy Bass, District 8 Kendra Brooks, At Large Jamie Gauthier, District 3 Helen Gym, At Large Bobby Henon, District 6 Kenyatta Johnson, District 2 Cherelle Parker, District 9 Maria Quiñones Sánchez, District 7 Katherine Gilmore Richardson, At Large Mark… Continue reading "Thank You to All the Philadelphia Public Bank Bill’s Co-Sponsors!"
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Philadelphia Public Banking Coalition Announces Introduction of City Council Public Bank Bill

By Philadelphia Public Banking Coalition on January 28, 2021

The bill would make Philadelphia a trail-blazer in developing financial institutions that serve people first. Today Councilmember Derek Green and 11 cosponsors introduced a bill to establish a Philadelphia Public Bank, that will become a City depository institution, authorized to hold City funds. “This is an historic development that can transform the City’s economy,” said Green. He added: “public banks… Continue reading "Philadelphia Public Banking Coalition Announces Introduction of City Council Public Bank Bill"
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Philadelphia Public Bank bill to be introduced

By Philadelphia Public Banking Coalition on January 26, 2021

Article in Scoop USA Media’s Black Business Review by Marilyn Kai Jewett on January 26, 2021 Since 2011, grassroots community organizers tired of Wall Street and the unethical private banking system have been working towards the establishment of public banks on the local, regional, state and national levels. The Pennsylvania Public Bank Project was formed to further the movement for… Continue reading "Philadelphia Public Bank bill to be introduced"
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Bill Summary: Philadelphia Public Banking Bill

By Philadelphia Public Banking Coalition on January 19, 2021

On January 28, 2021, Councilmember Green will be introducing legislation in City Council to establish a Philadelphia Public Bank! Here are summaries of what the legislation says. Check out our Social Media Toolkit to help build support for this important bill! Short Summary This bill creates a Philadelphia Public Banking Authority for a variety of stated purposes that include bringing… Continue reading "Bill Summary: Philadelphia Public Banking Bill"
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Social Media Toolkit for Philadelphia Public Banking Legislation

By Philadelphia Public Banking Coalition on January 19, 2021

Councilmember Green is introducing Legislation on January 28 to establish a Philadelphia Public Bank! Use this Social Media Toolkit to contact your council members about this important bill!
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Breaking News: Councilmember Green to Introduce Philadelphia Public Banking Legislation! Take Action NOW!

By Philadelphia Public Banking Coalition on January 18, 2021

After years of hard work from many of our allies, we are proud to announce that on Jan. 28th, Councilman Derek Green will introduce legislation to create a Philadelphia Public Bank! Wow: Imagine all the good this could do! (If you want a refresher, just check out this short video.) But right now, we need your help to push this Philadelphia Public Bank Bill… Continue reading "Breaking News: Councilmember Green to Introduce Philadelphia Public Banking Legislation! Take Action NOW!"
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Weavers Way Co-op Supports a Philly Public Bank

By Philadelphia Public Banking Coalition on November 28, 2020

In their November 2020 Newsletter, Weavers Way Co-op published an article on how public banks could benefit the co-op community and the goals of Weavers Way. The full text of the article is below and can also be viewed on their website. Progress Continues On Establishing A Philly Public Bank by Peter Winslow, Weavers Way New Economy Incubator Committee A… Continue reading "Weavers Way Co-op Supports a Philly Public Bank"
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Philly’s Path to a Public Bank on Germantown Community Radio (92.9FM)

By Philadelphia Public Banking Coalition on November 17, 2020

The Philadelphia Public Banking Coalition has advocated for a Philly Public Bank for years and it’s finally picking up steam. Learn how this could impact you and your wallet during my interview with coalition members, Beth Finn and Stan Shapiro. Let’s keep Philly tax revenues working for Philly residents, not Wall Street investors. Listen here:

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