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People who figure out a way to make a living, even if they would prefer a "regular job" are getting hit with much bigger BIRT tax bills in Philly. Thanks to Philadelphia Gay News for showing what this looks like for more Philadelphians.

Philly’s BIRT tax leaves LGBTQ+ business owners scrambling - Philadelphia Gay News Philadelphia’s Business Income & Receipts Tax — or BIRT tax — is hitting many LGBTQ+ business owners for the first time this year.

Appreciate Kensington Voice profiling this organization that has such a long track record in this work.

This Kensington job program pays adults to train for permanent work while they get back on their feet A 46-year-old workforce program offers people starting over after prison or homelessness a paycheck, a routine, and a shot at what comes next.