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Social Unrest and Civil Disobedience in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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From peaceful acts of civil disobedience like sit-ins to full-blown riots, here's what two local experts had to say about social unrest and protests in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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Philadelphia is a wonderful place to visit, despite the recent civil unrest that you may have seen on the news. While many people consider the Business District to be the hub of “the city”, there is so much culture to be found in the surrounding areas. In April, you can visit Franklin Field, on the University of Pennsylvania campus, to watch the historic Penn Relays: the oldest ongoing relays in American history, at more than 125 consecutive years. You can also trek out to Old City, to walk on the cobblestone streets, check out the Constitution Center, and see the iconic Liberty Bell in all its glory.

Even though most major cities in the United States have sports teams, Philadelphia’s teams are different from the rest, with a passionate fan base unlike any other team, especially during football season. People of all different cultures rally together to celebrate their favorite home team, the Philadelphia Eagles. In the area, the expression “Go Birds,” is the equivalent of saying “Hi” to someone. When fans enter Lincoln Financial Field on game day, they identify as one team, regardless of their backgrounds.

Johnetta, says: 2020
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