Philadelphians have strong views about what they pay in taxes. Although they agree on a few things, they have differing opinions on what the city should tax, and especially on how Philadelphia should spend those dollars.

Amid a continuing surge in gun violence, a recent poll found that Philadelphians from all backgrounds want their elected leaders to prioritize reducing the city’s crime rate in the coming years. Residents, especially those most directly affected by gun violence, expressed anxiety about their safety and the quality of life in their neighborhoods. These concerns follow multiple years of historically high homicide rates.