Letters to the Editor category, Page 11
Letter to the editor: Democrats’ deflection
The writer of the letter “Name-calling goes both ways” (Nov. 3, TribLive) referenced, in rebuttal, my letter “Why I’ll never vote for a Democrat” (Oct. 25, TribLive). In my letter I cited the following reasons why I will never vote for a Democrat: Democrats’ embracing political violence; Democratic prosecutors and...
Letter to the editor: We are not a Christian nation
We are not a Christian nation. Evangelicals use biblical verses to justify the cruelty and crimes against the poor and homeless in this county. For years, Republicans screamed about shifting wealth distribution to lower wage earners. Instead, since President Reagan, shifts in wealth distribution has been to the top 0.1%...
Letter to the editor: Lies about Democrats and immigrant health care
With so much misinformation out there, it’s no surprise that many people are reaching incorrect conclusions. The letter “Democrats need to put Americans first” (Nov. 10) repeats one of the biggest whoppers by claiming that Democrats supported the shutdown to maintain and increase massive health benefits and subsidies for immigrants....
Letter to the editor: Capitalism vs. socialism
The USA was founded as a democratic republic based on the Bill of Rights, personal freedoms, limited government and Judeo-Christian principles, but certainly not the hate speech, violence, lies and secularism so prevalent by today’s politicians, protesters, letter-writers and media talking heads. How well have our capitalist, small government policies...
Letter to the editor: What Springdale data center portends
All Alle-Kiski Valley residents get their electricity from the same power grid. Therefore, everyone’s rates will rise if the data center in Springdale is approved. Data centers consume as much energy as a small city, necessitating additional grid infrastructure. If this project is approved, we will all be forced to...
Letter to the editor: Money blown on new park could fund Hempfield firefighters
Regarding the article “3-mill tax hike to fund Hempfield fire departments under consideration” (Nov 20, TribLive): This is going to be short and sweet. You all should have used money you are blowing on the park between Cedar Street and Mt. Pleasant Road. With Twin Lakes, St. Clair Park and...
Letter to the editor: Trump’s tariffs
Regarding the letter “A businessman in the White House” (Nov. 4, TribLive): The first time around, I too, thought that maybe a president with a non- political background could be good for the country. Someone not beholden to others or tainted by the political processes. Boy, was I wrong, but that’s...
Letter to the editor: Republicans may need the filibuster
I usually agree with President Trump, but Republicans should not do away with the filibuster. The Republicans would be very short-sighted to do this. Now the Republicans control the House, the Senate and the presidency, but the Democrats shut down the government. It was a bad thing they did, but...
Letter to the editor: Where’s the outrage over deaths of transgender people?
I recently attended a PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) meeting where I took part in a ceremony for the Transgender Day of Remembrance, observed Nov. 20. I cannot begin to express the depth of emotion I felt as we moved around the room, each of us reading...
Letter to the editor: We’re not living up to ideals of Thanksgiving
America’s early pilgrims set aside certain days to offer thanks, prayer and fasting to our heavenly father for the blessings and opportunities afforded them. In 1789, at the request of Congress, President George Washington declared Thursday, Nov. 26, 1789, “a day of public thanksgiving and prayer, to be observed by...
Letter to the editor: Trump continues to show lack of grace, dignity
One could never have imagined the president of the United States calling a female news reporter “Piggy” in his non-answer to her legitimate question about the Epstein files. But that is what Donald Trump did recently. Every president faces sharp questions from the press. Every other president in my long...
Letter to the editor: Without courage to take ownership of words, they’re meaningless
As usual I have a lot to rebut from the pro-MAGA Trumpers who write here. I don’t have the space to do it this month, so I will just do a general all-encompassing disagreement. I find the folks who write here in support of President Trump and his actions to...
Letter to the editor: Community solar with guaranteed savings
Want an option for energy but can’t afford the upfront cost of individually owned solar? Community solar might be the answer. Community solar would provide solar energy with guaranteed savings for all who subscribe to it. It builds on Pennsylvania’s history of being an energy leader. It creates dual-use opportunities...
Letter to the editor: Our legislators have forgotten how to compromise
Although the Pennsylvania budget is finally a done deal (after 143 days) and the federal government is operating (after 43 days), we the voters need to remember the perfectly pitiful job that our legislators performed during this time. Both state and federal representatives were being paid while not doing their...
Letter to the editor: We need community pharmacies
For 100-plus years, independent retail, or community, pharmacies have been the backbone of small, rural communities. Unlike chain pharmacies, independent community pharmacies are small, personal and family-oriented. When you walk into an independent community pharmacy, the staff know you by name and they know your family; they know the inner...
Letter to the editor: Democrats’ video urging insurrection is treasonous
A handful of Democrats with former military ties have produced a video urging current military members to refuse to obey “illegal orders” issued by President Trump. This is an open call for an insurrection, and these congress members (two from Pennsylvania) should be arrested immediately and charged with treason. John...
Letter to the editor: Freeport students go above and beyond to honor veterans
Freeport High School recently hosted a moving tribute to veterans who are family members of current students. The event began with a stirring rendition of the national anthem by the school chorus, directed by Tom Koharchik — himself an Iraq combat veteran, adding depth to the moment. Elizabeth Smetak and...
Letter to the editor: Trump continues assault
President Trump continues his assault on Americans using intimidation, humiliation, name-calling and lies. It’s easy to fact-check Trump. He says prices are down, tariffs are not taxes, he has no knowledge of who the DOJ is indicting, the 2020 election was fraudulent, the only solution to illegal immigration is the...
Letter to the editor: Rather have Pelosi than Trump
To the writer of the letter “Good riddance to Pelosi” (Nov. 14, TribLive): I am a Democrat, and I never liked her either. But I would rather have Pelosi on my side fighting against a so-called president who has been convicted of 34 felonies and who would rather send $20...
Letter to the editor: County’s paper ballot move political theater
This summer, 5,000 Westmoreland County residents, or 1.4% of the county population, signed a petition asking for paper ballots after GOP officials questioned electronic voting. In September, the county approved the change and spent over $40,000 to implement it. In November, of over 106,000 ballots cast, only 3,996 were on...
Letter to the editor: County council’s leg shackles decision risks public’s safety
Recently Allegheny County Council voted to continue the ban on Allegheny County Jail correctional officers’ use of leg shackles on hospital runs by voting 12-2. One of the council members is in denial and continually cites state escape statistics showing no escapes when she knows there have been three incidents...
Letter to the editor: Do the right thing and help those who need it
We all have a choice to do the right thing or not. All the millionaires, billionaires, trillionaires and zillionaires are very fortunate. Helping those who need help might not get you to heaven, but it’s a good start. Let me end with this: Way to go! Kudos! Don’t let me...
Letter to the editor: Free the Pittsburgh elephants
In April, I visited the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium and recorded hours of footage of the elephant paddock. With a mission for detecting abnormal signs and symptoms, what I found was deeply disturbing. In my opinion, these five intelligent creatures (Angeline, Savannah, Tasha, Victoria and Zuri) are suffering tremendously, driven...
Letter to the editor: Unfair license suspensions
A decade-long breakdown in Allegheny County’s Department of Court Records happened. Over 1,000 local residents are now receiving notices that their licenses will be suspended years after their court cases ended — in some cases, as long as 12 years ago. Here’s why this is a big deal, and what...
Letter to the editor: Tracking property in Murrysville
What is going on in Murrysville? The chief administrator, Mchael Nestico, just offered an ordinance proposal to create a “registry for vacant property.” What? He wants to “track” people’s private properties? He states that if a property owner lives more than 25 miles away, they must hire a property manager....
