Philadelphia had the highest murder rate among the nation's 10 largest cities last year.
Philadelphia's 406 murders last year represented a 7.7 percent increase over 2005.
And what is the response from the city fathers? You're not going to believe this:
The release of the data prompted local officials to renew calls for more assistance from Harrisburg and Washington. "We need stronger gun laws from the commonwealth and more support from the federal government," said Joe Grace, Mayor Street's spokesman.
Philadelphia Inquirer
Philadelphia's 406 murders last year represented a 7.7 percent increase over 2005.
And what is the response from the city fathers? You're not going to believe this:
The release of the data prompted local officials to renew calls for more assistance from Harrisburg and Washington. "We need stronger gun laws from the commonwealth and more support from the federal government," said Joe Grace, Mayor Street's spokesman.
Philadelphia Inquirer
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