Philly Barbershop Hosts Commonwealth Court Candidate Josh Prince for Listening Tour Kickoff

North Philadelphia, PA – It was a warm spring day in Philadelphia, the kind where the city feels alive with possibility. The doors of HairForever Barbershop stood open, letting in a lively breeze as the hum of clippers and the rhythm of conversation filled the air. Nestled in a brick building full of character on Germantown Avenue, the barbershop is more than just a place for a sharp haircut—it’s a gathering spot where real talk happens, where neighbors connect, and where people come in not just for a fresh cut but to leave feeling their best.

On March 14th, the shop was not just a place for haircuts—it was a place for listening. Commonwealth Court judicial candidate Josh Prince was invited to the HairForever Barbershop as the first stop on his Justice for All: Restoring Trust in Pennsylvania’s Courts Listening Tour, making it clear that his campaign was not about politics as usual but about engaging with Pennsylvanians who often feel unheard.

Listening Where It Matters

As customers leaned back in chairs and barbershop owner Salvatore ‘Roc’ Hall worked with precision, conversations unfolded naturally. The American flag hung proudly on the wall. Above a worn black and chrome Craftsman tool chest stocked with barbers’ essentials and covered in stickers, a sign delivered a simple yet powerful promise:

“You will be blessed when you come in, and you will be blessed when you go out.”

That sentiment set the tone for the event. 

Josh wasn’t there to make a speech. He wanted to understand the concerns of the community directly, not through headlines or campaign briefings, but by being where the people are.

One grandmother, visiting with her granddaughter, expressed a sentiment that spoke volumes:

“Politicians don’t come this way.”

Josh took that to heart. “That weighs heavily on me,” he admitted. “I may be a judicial candidate, but I’m not a politician. My purpose is to serve all Pennsylvanians with fairness and integrity. No community should feel forgotten or ignored—especially here in Philadelphia. Every voice matters, and I’m here to listen.”

A Grassroots Movement with Heart

This stop on the Listening Tour was organized with the help of Flip Philly Red, a grassroots initiative led by Allante McAuley and Mina Quarles, whose mission is to educate voters and bring conservative values to the forefront in Philadelphia. 

For Mina, Founder of Flip Philly Red, Josh’s presence in Philadelphia marked an important step toward correcting a judicial system that has gone rogue. She emphasized the need for someone on the bench who upholds the law with true impartiality, applying it as written rather than catering to special interests or legislating from the bench.

“I am grateful Josh made Philadelphia his first stop,” said Mina. “He provided excellent points that gave our community hope and security in what we can expect from him on the bench. I believe this is a great start to restoring a sense of trust between the community and the justice system.”

Allante agreed, pointing out how important it is to give people a voice in a city that too many had unjustly overlooked.

“I’m appreciative that Josh saw there was hope in deep blue Philadelphia and put the city on his listening tour,” said Allante. “He’s an amazing person and will be an even better judge for the Commonwealth.”

This hope wasn’t just talk—it was action. 

The event saw a registered Democrat switch to Republican, thanks to a conversation with Kelly Stedge, an Independent Voter Registration Specialist, also in attendance, who simply answered questions and helped someone make an informed decision about their values.

A Commitment to Serve

For Josh, this event was more than a campaign stop—it was a reflection of why he’s running. “By God’s grace, I’ve been given opportunities that have led me here, and I don’t take that for granted,” he said. “I feel called to be a good steward of my skills—to use them to help people see that their voice has worth and to ensure they have a pathway to make it count.”

As the afternoon went on, customers left the shop not just with fresh cuts, but with a fresh perspective—that their voices matter, that their concerns were being heard, and that this moment was about something bigger than just one election.

And just as the sign inside the barbershop promised, everyone who walked in left blessed with renewed hope, a clearer sense of direction, and the confidence that their voices—and their vote on May 20th—would make a difference for Pennsylvania’s future and deliver justice for all.