Letters to the Editor category, Page 113
Letter to the editor: Fetterman not the laughingstock
The letter “Fetterman an embarassment” (Oct. 6, TribLIVE) seems to be nothing more than a way to disparage someone who was able to win an election. Some people can’t accept the fact that Sen. John Fetterman beat Dr. Oz. Most people I know admire Fetterman, for his battle and the...
Letter to the editor: Westmoreland needs new leadership, more transparency
With this election season, it is time for a change. I don’t believe County Commissioners Sean Kertes and Doug Chew have been working in Westmoreland County’s best interest. Rather than using the covid-19 American Rescue Plan funds to help residents most impacted during the pandemic, they spent the most of...
Letter to the editor: Bengel deserves reelection in Harrison
I wholeheartedly endorse the reelection of Harrison Township Commissioner Eric Bengel. I worked at the township and have followed local politics very closely over the past 30 years. Bengel exemplifies honesty, fairness and thoughtfulness. His willingness to examine the issues and listen closely to the public’s concerns differs significantly from...
Letter to the editor: Karaica best candidate for district judge
While I hope never to find myself or a loved one in a scenario where they must appear in district court, I have some thoughts about whom I’d want to hear the case. As a citizen’s first exposure to the judicial system, I’d prefer a magisterial district judge who is...
Letter to the editor: Pittsburgh diocese could have saved St. Lad’s
What a difference in two dioceses. The Diocese of Greensburg rebuilds churches; we wreck them (“120-year-old St. Ladislaus church is coming down in Natrona,” Sept. 1, TribLIVE). The Diocese of Pittsburgh could learn a lesson. They have grown woke to St. Ladislaus Catholic Church’s beauty, its history, its popularity. It...
Letter to the editor: Parents should get kids in school
If kids won’t go to school here in Pennsylvania, aren’t the parents responsible, under the law, for getting them there? I sort of remember, when I was little, my mom telling me that if I didn’t go to school and played hooky instead that the police would come and arrest...
Letter to the editor: Petrush qualified to be judge
When electing a judge, experience and qualifications matter. Judith Petrush has both. I have been a practicing attorney in Westmoreland County for more than 50 years. During that time, I have sat across the courtroom from many prosecutors in both federal and state courts. Some of them stand out as...
Letter to the editor: Blame our bad news on the ‘swamp’
Recent news headlines: “Surges of violent crime cripple American cities.” “Gangs of young people destroy retail stores.” “Food and gas prices hit record levels.” “Over 60% of Americans now live paycheck to paycheck.” “Bidenomics takes 2.1 trillion from American 401(k)s.” “NewYork hospitals overflow with illegal immigrants.” “Fentanyl smuggled from Mexican...
Letter to the editor: Don’t need TV to know which president was better
The news media sure can twist stories around to fit their politics. I wish they would just report the news. If you watch one channel, they try to make you hate President Trump. If you watch another channel, they try to make you hate President Biden. I watch all the...
Letter to the editor: Support Yakopec, our full-time judge
As we approach this November’s election, I write in support of District Judge Cheryl Peck Yakopec. She has been working full time her entire career. She does not get sidetracked or distracted with a private law practice, side hustle jobs or planning special interest events, either. Not only can she...
Letter to the editor: Fracking needs to stop
University of Pittsburgh researchers recently found that children living within a mile of a fracked well had 5 to 7 times the chance of developing lymphoma; within 10 miles were 4 to 5 times more likely to experience severe asthma attacks; and babies had lower birth weights. Other studies indicate...
Letter to the editor: Orenstein’s knowledge
Regarding the letter “Orenstein’s priorities” (Oct. 1, TribLIVE) about District Judge Xander Orenstein’s handling of Yan Carlos Pichardo Cepeda, an accused fentanyl dealer: On the contrary, clearly Orenstein does not know what they are doing. Based upon reporting, Pichardo Cepeda was to be released with an electronic monitor. Again, based...
Letter to the editor: Karaica excellent choice for district judge
In a few short weeks, you will get to choose the next district judge for Magisterial District 05-3-03, which includes Cheswick Borough, Frazer Township, Harmar Township, Springdale Borough and Springdale Township. I believe your best choice for District Judge is Mitchell Karaica. Since the primary, Karaica has completed the certifying...
Letter to the editor: A look at views, stances of Hamas
They believe God gave them the right to own and bear weapons like assault rifles. They don’t recognize any rights for the LGBTQ community. They banned drag queen shows and believe transgenderism is a mental disease that needs to be eradicated. They believe the government should be built on a...
Letter to the editor: Plastic bag ban another ‘show’ by Pittsburgh leaders
Regarding the article “Pittsburgh businesses, shoppers prepare for plastic bag ban” (Oct. 9, TribLIVE): Sales of plastic garbage bags have skyrocketed after bans on plastic shopping bags in every case. Paper bags have a higher carbon footprint than plastic. This information is available everywhere. All you have to do is...
Letter to the editor: We must all stand against bullying
Regarding the editorial “Change the language of bullying” (Sept. 24, TribLIVE): The Bureau of Justice Statistics Report highlighting the growing number of young people targeted at the hands of those who inflict hurt and pain is immensely troublesome. Bullying diminishes one’s spirit; it makes a child feel they are less...
Letter to the editor: Poland’s ‘Liberum veto’ in action here
I know most people find history boring. Please indulge me. In the 1700s, Poland was ruled by a king and a parliament made up the country’s largest landowners. The parliament operated under the “liberum veto.” Any member of the Polish parliament could single-handedly veto any piece of legislation. Sound familiar?...
Sounding off: Politics, greed, budget, Bucs on readers’ minds
Grievance politics hurting our country Reason 147 for leaving the Republican Party after 35 years and becoming an independent: Extremist right wing politicians in Congress would rather shut down our government and send the country into chaos than work out bipartisan solutions. Ronald Reagan was the master of reaching across...
Letter to the editor: Leaders should be trying to grow Greensburg
Surely seems that the best the City of Greensburg and its leaders can do is bring in gas stations … GetGo on Main Street and now Sheetz on East Pittsburgh Street. Lots of traffic and little bang to retail and restaurant renewal. Seems like the mayor needs to refocus/learn on...
Letter to the editor: What Would Jesus Do?
Remember the WWJD bracelets? What Would Jesus Do? These bracelets were made popular in 1989 by Janie Tinklenberg, a youth minister from Holland, Mich. She designed the friendship bracelets as a reminder to her youth group to make moral decisions. The letters WWJD backwards have been deciphered as, “Devil Just...
Letter to the editor: Grievance politics hurting our country
Reason 147 for leaving the Republican Party after 35 years and becoming an independent: Extremist right wing politicians in Congress would rather shut down our government and send the country into chaos than work out bipartisan solutions. Ronald Reagan was the master of reaching across the aisle; a decade later,...
Letter to the editor: Biden worst president?
In a “reimagined” world (Democrats like to say), Joe Biden may be the greatest socialist president since FDR. However, in this world, the one that many others perceive and live in, not so much. It has been said Biden might be the worst president (including his VP) of all time....
Letter to the editor: We don’t need rabble-rousers in leadership positions
I watch the news and cringe. The government shutdown? What a joke. Speaker Kevin McCarthy was doing the job he was supposed to do, and the Republicans condemn him. Just look at Rep. Matt Gaetz. Who is he to tell anybody what they should do? Does he think people forget...
Letter to the editor: Praying for Israel
I am a second generation Arab American. I fought for my country in Vietnam. My war was soldier vs. soldier. Sometimes civilians were involved as Viet Cong fighters against us. Most wars are soldier vs. soldier. Now, Hamas is waging war against Jewish citizens of Israel. Not war. More like...
Letter to the editor: Climate change is natural
In reference to global warming, all temperature comparisons start around 1880, after the end of the mini ice age which lasted from 1300 to 1850 AD. Of course, temperatures must rise, just as they do in spring. Climate change is natural. It was 3.5 degrees Fahrenheit warmer 3,300 years ago;...
