Our new release, "The Hidden Heist," is a massive research project exposing how corporations have pushed state bans that block the things our communities need to thrive. We traced their tactics across states, industries and decades—here's what we found👇 www.powerswitchaction.org/resources/th...

The Hidden Heist

How Corporations Push State Bans to Keep Us Broke and Hijack Our Democracy

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Combatting authoritarianism starts with creating places for belonging in our communities. @theguardian.com highlights the civic engagement work we do here at POWER, where folks across generations come together discussing democracy and community issues. The full story: shorturl.at/zapWS

How do we defeat authoritarianism? By building a sense of belonging | Julie Fernandes and Katrina Gamble

Eighty-five million Americans are disaffected and less likely to vote, our survey found. Our democratic revival depends on a sense of community

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Catch the latest on this Philly Tribune piece highlighting the affordability crisis and how POWER members are standing up and speaking out to the issue! www.phillytrib.com/news/local_n... #powerinterfaith #wemakephilly #socialjustice #philadelphia

Philadelphia’s affordability crisis means tough choices for families

Tanya Hendricks who lives in the Logan section of the city has watched lines stretch around the corner to food pantries and can understand the challenges faced by everyday Americans.

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Violence and intimidation are tools of oppression, and we refuse to accept them as normal. Our full statement on the threats made to Delco County Sheriff Siddiq Kamara. powerinterfaith.org/2026/07/an-a...

An Attack on One is an Attack on All of Us : Our Statement on the Threats Made to Delaware County Sheriff Siddiq Kamara

Friends, This past weekend, Delaware County Sheriff Siddiq Kamara was the target of a racist and violent…

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Because you called your representatives, packed the halls in Harrisburg, and held town halls across our counties, the state legislator was forced to take another step toward fulfilling its constitutional and moral obligation to our kids. Our full statement here: powerinterfaith.org/2026/07/stat...

State Legislators Passed the 2026 Budget - a Historic Win for Schools - But the Fight Continues!

This weekend, Governor Josh Shapiro and Pennsylvania legislators crossed a major milestone. Thanks to your relentless organizing,…

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Our 2025 Impact Report is live! Every donation, every volunteer hour, every action taken by our members helped make this work possible. Visit www.powerinterfaith.org/about to access! #powerinterfaith #socialjustice #impactreport #communityorganizing

Children first! Children over condos. That's the message @powerinterfaith.bsky.social is giving to billionaires and real estate developers who are taking money from our public schools.

The future of Philadelphia should be shaped by what gives every child the opportunity to thrive, not who can build luxury towers. Join us tomorrow, July 1 for Kids over Condos. 📍2929 Walnut Street (FMC Tower) ⏰10:00am #powerinterfaith #socialjustice #wemakephilly #affordability

With the eyes of the world on Philadelphia, the Workers over Billionaires coalition is standing together during this historic moment to say “The Next 250 Years Are for Us” ✊ Check out the full schedule of events for next week at bit.ly/WOB_WoA

Bob Byrne, ED of Family Promise, highlighted our affordability work in Philadelphia. Families are being forced to choose between rent, healthcare, and basic needs. As people of faith, we're building a city where every family can thrive and count on a strong safety net. Full piece: shorturl.at/xxdHv

We stand with the @ohorganizing.bsky.social as people of faith and moral courage, against fear and intimidation made by those in power. We will be sharing additional updates to our base in the midst of this incident, to ensure Pennsylvanians are informed. www.youtube.com/watch?v=PFUP...

Movements don't build themselves. We're hiring a Part-Time Organizer in Philadelphia to help develop leaders, organize communities, and win real change for working people. Learn more: powerinterfaith.org/join/open-po...

This new op-ed from the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy explores how tax policy can help create a fairer city for everyone. We thank our partners for referencing our Philadelphia affordability report. Read more: thephiladelphiacitizen.org/better-budge...

Guest Commentary: How To Build A Better City Budget

New York, Chicago and Pittsburgh have ideas to mitigate federal cuts. A local tax and economic policy analyst asks: Why don't we steal them?

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www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmtV... On May Day, Philly workers came together to build a vision for a city that works for everyone, not billionaires. Now we're taking that fight into our Workers Over Billionaires 4th of July Week of Action, June 29–July 4. Get involved: bit.ly/WOB_WoA

While we are grateful that Philadelphia City Council recent budget proposals, we must highlight that the city of Philadelphia is still left with a budget deficit. Our full statement on today's Budget Vote in Philadelphia. powerinterfaith.org/2026/06/stat...

STATEMENT FROM POWER INTERFAITH ON PHILADELPHIA'S FY2027 BUDGET VOTE

While POWER Interfaith was encouraged Mayor Cherelle Parker saw the need for new revenue in this year’s…

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Norristown parents organized for months — and last night it paid off. 📚 5 reading specialists ✏️ 16 new literacy positions 🎒 $300K for after-school programs When over 70% of students read below grade level, families refused to stay silent. This is people power in action. ✊🏾 #POWERInterfaith

We’re grieving alongside the Muslim community in San Diego and with Muslim communities everywhere who continue carrying the burden of fear, loss, and resilience after acts of hate.

powerinterfaith.org/2026/04/hand... "As people of faith, we know that while a just system courts the will of the people, an authoritarian spirit seeks to exclude it." -Rev. Dr. Gregory Edwards, Executive Director, POWER Interfaith. Read our response to the latest Supreme Court Voting Act ruling.

Hands Off Our Vote: POWER Interfaith’s Response to the Court’s Latest Decision

Dear POWER Interfaith community, The prophet Micah reminds us that we are required to do justice, to…

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Our faith calls us to stand on the side of justice. On May 1, we join with workers, labor unions, and community partners to declare that every person deserves dignity, fairness, and a voice in our city. Register today: secure.ngpvan.com/-EBF4kOPp0Gh... #powerinterfaith #mayday #socialjustice

IN THE NEWS: Faith leaders across Philly came together, calling for emergency hearings as federal cuts threaten our most vulnerable neighbors. We need city council to do everything in their power to protect residents from rising costs. Full article: philasun.com/local/power-...

POWER Interfaith calls for emergency hearings as federal cuts threaten Philadelphia’s most vulnerable - The Philadelphia Sunday Sun

Share Tweet Email Rev. Carolyn Cavaness, pastor of Mother Bethel AME Church and leader with POWER Interfaith, addresses those gathered to learn about the report’s findings. (Photo/POWER Interfaith) PH...

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Yesterday, we held a press conference as we released our 2026 Philadelphia Affordability Report. This report serves as a sweeping analysis of the city's costs of living crisis. We call on city council to hold emergency hearings and protect residents from rising costs...

POWER Philly Press Conference (Affordability Report Release) 3-16-26

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Across congregations, we've heard about unaffordable property taxes, rising rents forcing families to move, utility shutoff notices, and every day Philadelphians being forced to choose between medical bills and rent.

The affordability crisis in Philadelphia isn’t slowing down. Neither are we. We’re racing toward 2,000 stories by March 1 — because our communities deserve more than silence. Your story is not “just personal.” It’s powerful. Add your voice today. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Job seekers! 📣 we are hiring! Learn more about our current openings at powerinterfaith.org/join/open-po... #powerinterfaith #pennsylvania #socialjustice #nowhiring

“Where we put our money shows who we believe matters,” We urge the General Assembly to build on the progress outlined in @governor.pa.gov budget address and build a budget that centers affordability, safeguards our environment, and ensures dignity and stability for all Pennsylvanians.

POWER Interfaith Statement on Governor Shapiro’s 2026–27 Budget Address

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Dionne Watts-Williams / 215-713-4875 / dwattswilliams@powerinterfaith.org Education, Affordability, and Community Protection: What Pennsylvanians…

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Fired up at the @powerinterfaith.bsky.social Affordability Assembly at Mother Bethel AME with Quakers from Germantown, Chestnut Hill, Central Philadelphia and Green Street Friends Meetings and hundreds of other people of faith. #Philly #affordablehousing #powerofthepeople

450 people, 60+ congregations, at least 4 Quaker meetings represented at @powerinterfaith.bsky.social Affordability Assembly this afternoon

Thank you to Councilmembers Isaiah Thomas @cmthomasphl.bsky.social and Nicolas O'Rourke for showing up and listening before speaking to powerful stories of #housing instability from @powerinterfaith.bsky.social activists #philly

Rev. Carolyn C. Cavaness, pastor of Mother Bethel AME Church, welcoming us all, inviting us to be in the work together @powerinterfaith.bsky.social #faith #courage #justice

This Sunday, join us and 40+ congregations for an assembly of people of faith concerned with affordability and cost of living in our city. secure.ngpvan.com/vgy7B36FC0ie... #powerinterfaith #socialjustice #affordability #philadelphia