Jonathan Koehler

The Philadelphia Inquirer — This is an article reporting an interview that I had with a social worker where we discussed Philadelphia's Opioid Epidemic, solutions to it, and undeveloped thoughts.

The Philadelphia Citizen — In this article, my co-author and I explain that state and city legislatures need more information before voting to prohibit or legalize safe consumption sites. We emphasize that safe consumption sites have a history of working in other countries. But, in the United States, there may be contemplated consequences.

Northeast Times — Northeast Times serves the northeast Philadelphia communities and neighborhoods of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The article discusses Philadelphia's violence and tangled title crises and how valid will is crucial for protecting one's family and property. Co-authored with Michaela Graf.

South Philly Review — South Philly Review serves the South Philadelphia communities and neighborhoods of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The article discusses Philadelphia's violence and tangled title crises and how valid will is crucial for protecting one's family and property. Co-authored with Michaela Graf.

Star Newspaper — Star Newspaper serves Philadelphia's Fishtown, Kensington, and Northern Liberties neighborhoods. The article discusses Philadelphia's violence and tangled title crises and how valid will is crucial for protecting one's family and property. Co-authored with Michaela Graf.

Philadelphia Tribune — The facts are this — in the Third Circuit, a federal judicial area that includes Philadelphia, safe consumption sites are illegal under what is colloquially known as the “Crack House Statute.” The law’s nickname does not do it justice as it is demonstrative of the stigma those living with a substance use disorder face. Notwithstanding, the law is the law. But I think the two positions, for and against safe injection sites, can be reconciled without breaking the law.

LinkedIn — The Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) changes to the federal regulations governing the privacy of SUD treatment records may put patient privacy at greater risk. But it will likely improve patient treatment and outcomes because the changes de-silo addiction providers from the rest of the healthcare landscape.

Broad + Liberty — The common ground between employers and unions shrinks when executives, like Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz, describe unions as an “outside force desperately trying to disrupt our company” and election efforts as an “assault” on Starbucks. Communities are stronger when businesses and people, through their unions, work together rather than against each other. Unionized employees have improved compensation and benefits, thus keeping them healthy and the local economy active. At the same time, businesses may retain employees because of the benefits unions secure, thereby reducing costs attached to turnover. Like most things, unionization is about working together, and in our great city of Philadelphia, we need to do just that.

LinkedIn — Two video gaming giants may merge following a sexual harassment scandal that reflects a toxic culture endemic to the video game industry. Microsoft Corporation (the makers of Xbox) is attempting to purchase Activision Blizzard, Inc.

Philly Burbs — Heather’s Law requires that Pennsylvania inpatient treatment facilities, many of which are located in Philadelphia, notify the client’s designated emergency contact within twelve (12) hours of a client leaving a treatment facility against medical (or “staff”) advice. However, the law smartly protects victims of abuse by suspending the notification requirements if the inpatient treatment facility knows about allegations that the emergency contact abuses the client. This law is a game-changer. The statistics are out from 2020, a year where many people experienced dramatic change, strife, and hardships in their personal and professional lives. The numbers are not optimistic.

WHYY-TV (Philadelphia, PA) — By limiting Snacktime, the city is sending a message to all musicians and also limiting another venue for Philadelphia musicians. We live in a time where the pandemic has devastated the live performance industry. Not only is performing live music some of the members’ means of living, but it also brings life to the city. Philadelphia is a proud musical city — we must embrace that element of our culture. With the winter thawing, the weather breaking, the last thing we need is to curb or confine creativity, expression, joy, and happiness in this time of crisis.

Philly Voice — Many say Philadelphia's new smoking ban at city-funded inpatient addiction treatment programs is a gross overstep and further limits the autonomy of the individual going into treatment. As a tobacco treatment specialist, a behavioral health professional, and a person in recovery, I will explain the reality.