Letters to the Editor category, Page 121
Letter to the editor: Expensive school doesn’t equal good education
The recent article on the incredibly high cost of the Hempfield Area Senior High School (“Hempfield high school project plan is millions of dollars over budget, must be revised,” Aug. 11, TribLIVE) brought a major, vital question to my mind — those kids are getting an exceptional education, right? What...
Letter to the editor: Misconceptions of God
The letter “God is a problem, not an answer” (July 29, TribLIVE) offered a fascinating insight into questions that have disturbed the thoughts of many people for a long time. Is it possible the writer’s conclusions were drawn based on worldly misconceptions? The impression that God sanctions evil, sin and...
Letter to the editor: Why we should continue to help Ukraine
The writer of the letter ”We’ve helped Ukraine enough” (Aug. 11, TribLIVE) states that although he feels sorry for Ukraine, we should stop aiding that nation because it just costs too much. He doesn’t seem to care that the consequences of such action would throw Ukraine to the Russian bear...
Letter to the editor: Soldiers should never be left behind
Bravo to the writer of the letter “Leaving soldiers behind is un-American” (Aug. 11, TribLIVE). This letter should be endorsed by every American and a copy sent to every Congress member, as well as Hillary Clinton and Joe Biden. As I realize that would probably not be possible, please, everyone,...
Sounding off: Shapiro’s actions, new Hempfield school, Trump among week’s topics
Shapiro anti-choice? I thought Gov. Josh Shapiro was for women’s choice and reproductive health? His decision to end the contract with Real Alternatives will harm tens of thousands of women and children who depend on the help they receive. A new study published in the journal Cureus found that two-thirds...
Letter to the editor: Weiss as special counsel is an insult
I think giving David Weiss a special counsel designation in the Hunter Biden case is an insult to the legal system. Weiss has already let the statute of limitations on Biden’s felonies expire and pushed for a sweetheart deal for him. I think Weiss should instead be disbarred for helping...
Letter to the editor: Beware Moms for Liberty
The group “Moms for Liberty” is anything but. This organization has been judged a hate group by the Southern Poverty Law Center. They are waging a full-fledged war against students’ First Amendment rights to access books based on race, gender identity, ethnicity and religion. They are pushing to rewrite the...
Letter to the editor: Look to past to see that God isn’t the problem
Regarding the letter “God is a problem, not an answer” (July 29, TribLIVE): I think we can agree on the presence of good and evil in the world. Most of us find it relatively easy to be “good” and kind but find it more challenging to resist engaging in unkind...
Letter to the editor: Trump still the bully
I cannot believe Donald Trump, like a schoolyard bully, talks to people like he does and downgrades people and thinks he has done nothing wrong. He has been caught in lies and threatens people and claims this is free speech. When I grew up, you were taught to respect people,...
Letter to the editor: Thankful for AVH’s hospice angels
Recently my family and I experienced the death of our most cherished and loved mother and wife, Joyce, while in the care of the hospice unit at Allegheny Valley Hospital (AVH). Without exception, every doctor, nurse, aide and custodian involved in Joyce’s care manifested and demonstrated the utmost professionalism possible....
Letter to the editor: Knowing God
I have the impression the writer of the letter “God is a problem, not an answer” (July 29, TribLIVE) has some knowledge of God but does not know God. People can possess knowledge of someone but not know them. It happens every day. It’s through relationships that we can get...
Letter to the editor: Just say no to Hempfield’s high-priced high school
I read with dismay the articles involving Hempfield Area School District’s proposed new high school (“Hempfield high school project plan is millions of dollars over budget, must be revised,” Aug. 9, TribLIVE). Why does everything need to be bigger, better and beyond affordable? Help me understand. The average cost for...
Letter to the editor: Exercising rights can have consequences
Regarding the article “Norwin board member sues superintendent, district over criticism of social media post” (Aug. 9, TribLIVE): As a communications student at Clarion University, part of my graduation requirement was a class on communications and law. Granted, this was in the earlier years of social media, but one thing...
Letter to the editor: Shapiro anti-choice?
I thought Gov. Josh Shapiro was for women’s choice and reproductive health? His decision to end the contract with Real Alternatives will harm tens of thousands of women and children who depend on the help they receive. A new study published in the journal Cureus found that two-thirds of women...
Letter to the editor: Missing honest news
Not so long ago, we would watch our local news programs daily (Remember Bill and Patti?). The reporting was generally honest and informative. Period. We would decide from what was reported what or what not we believed and react accordingly. Now, forget about it. We have 24/7 media, who I...
Letter to the editor: Setting record straight on Biden and his policies
There have been a few recent fact-free letters attacking President Joe Biden, as if he is the one being indicted for federal crimes, when in fact the attempts by Rep. James Comer to find fault with Biden have failed spectacularly. In the letter “Biden stinks and his policies stink” (Aug....
Letter to the editor: Frackers are wasting our water
Late last month, state Sen. Kim Ward sent an email to her mailing list, urging her constituents to conserve water. “The Department of Environmental Protection declared a statewide drought watch, and is encouraging residents and businesses to voluntarily conserve water by reducing nonessential water use,” wrote Ward. One “nonessential use”...
Letter to the editor: Letters should foster discussion
Regarding the letter “Biden stinks and his policies stink” (Aug. 7, TribLIVE): I hope that you had more interesting things to publish than this thoughtless writing. Clearly the writer has a global dislike for all things President Biden, but there are no facts there to stimulate a new way of...
Letter to the editor: Making Pittsburgh greener
As a resident of Homewood, I am passionate about Pittsburgh’s future and its impact on our community. To achieve a greener, more inclusive city, we must prioritize accessible, equitable mobility over corporate profit and private transportation. Embracing net-zero cars and buses while addressing first- and last-mile gaps in public transit...
Letter to the editor: Solving the problem of expensive education
It’s no secret that college tuitions are skyrocketing. The University of Pittsburgh recently increased its tuition for in-state students by 2%, and 7% for out-of-state students. In the 2021-22 school year, tuitions ranged for public college in-state students from $10,740, to $38,070 at private colleges. The average living cost for...
Letter to the editor: Human remains should not be used as entertainment
The Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s decision to remove human remains from public display is a step toward a future of peace in our world. The basis of all human culture is the primacy of human life; not just human life in present times or in technologically advanced societies, but...
Letter to the editor: Republicans, don’t back Trump
This letter is to all my fellow Republicans who have concluded that they cannot vote again for President Trump. There are many reasons why I cannot vote for him, but three come to mind: 1. He failed to take any action during the Jan. 6 mob action to keep the...
Letter to the editor: Bushy Run battle disaster
I have attended many Bushy Run events where the battle reenactment was always the primary reason for my visit. When I arrived Aug. 5, I learned the first battle was scheduled for 1 p.m. At 12:30 p.m., I was at the museum parking lot. A column of British soldiers marched...
Letter to the editor: Housing plan wrong for Squirrel Hill
David Vatz’s op-ed “Squirrel Hill needs more homes” (Aug. 6, TribLIVE) makes a correct statement in its title, but stops there. As a resident of the street where the proposed development is, I can state confidently that (1) the road is already dangerous and overtrafficked, (2) there’s minimal infrastructure in...
Letter to the editor: Pittsburgh’s urban decay
Tribune-Review headlines of Downtown Pittsburgh as of late paint a picture of the Golden Triangle that is equal parts accurate and disturbing. Stabbings, drug arrests and homelessness have plagued the heart of a neighborhood still reeling from a global pandemic. While numerous companies scramble to fill the growing void in...
