Letters to the Editor category, Page 198
Letter to the editor: Hate-filled writers need dose of reality
It seems to me that too many letter-writers spew out hatred for someone or for some perceived issue that is usually without merit because of historical or factual inaccuracies. These fallacies replace truth in these writings. Unfortunately, many readers accept what is written without questioning these fallacies or the motives...
Letter to the editor: Thriving on blame and prejudice
In 1930, blame for problems was cast upon recent European immigrants. “They are ruining our country.” Today, similar hatred is turned upon people with dark skin. Now, “they” are ruining our country. “They” are taking our jobs. The kitchen table has been replaced with the internet. The prejudice is the...
Letter to the editor: Pray for, fly flag in support of, Ukraine
As Easter approaches, let’s all pray for Ukraine. That’s all there is left to do to end this war. Pray for no World War III. No one will win. Fly your flag in support of Ukraine, too. Wendy Miller Harrison...
Letter to the editor: Mail-in balloting should be here to stay in Pa.
Other states have been using legal mail-in ballots for decades. It allows more registered voters more time to research/compare the candidates and to vote without taking time away from professional or family duties. A majority of Republican Pennsylvania state legislators introduced and enacted mail-in ballot legislation in the fall of...
Letter to the editor: Biden failing us on the border
Has President Biden fallen asleep? Does he not realize that he is failing the American people regarding the border? Our government calls for hearings for Supreme Court nominees, and hearings regarding gas companies reaping profits, so why not call for the president of the United States to appear at a...
Letter to the editor: Why the green energy rush?
I don’t understand this headlong rush into green energy even before the country has the ability to manufacture components of renewable energy. Nine of 10 of the largest makers of solar panels and six of 10 of the largest windmill makers in the world are Chinese. Europe has three of...
Letter to the editor: Residents not to blame for poor housing conditions
I believe the Westmoreland County Housing Authority continues to blame residents of subsidized housing for deteriorating facilities while sweeping growing complaints under the rug. Issues reported include accessible elevators that do not work, mold, poor water and sewage systems, bug infestations, old, malfunctioning appliances and broken HVAC systems that can...
Letter to the editor: Take a stand for freedom
Regarding Kathleen Bollinger’s letter “Let Ukraine, Russia duke it out”: In 1992, Ukraine signed the Lisbon Protocol, part of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons. Ukraine (along with Belarus and Kazakhstan) agreed to give up the Soviet-era nuclear weapons on its territory, making them a threat to no...
Letter to the editor: Examining behavior of world leaders
Microbes have it rough. People kill them with disinfectants, remorselessly, as if their little lives were of no importance. Some of them are really warm, special, talented creatures. Open your heart. Using an electron microscope, I’ve been keeping company with some scintillating bacteria. Who would have thought spirochetes and streptococci...
Letter to the editor: Obligations to fellow citizens, not government
Regarding the letter “Government a virtue, not a burden” (March 27, TribLIVE): “Government is a virtue” might apply to Marx or Engels, but not lovers of liberty. We understand that it’s a necessary evil. But our obligations to our country are to our fellow citizens. Our obligations to government are...
Letter to the editor: Politicians can, but don’t, do something about gas prices
I’m getting a little tired of politicians telling us Americans that they’re doing all they can to solve a problem, knowing they’re not, or just lying. Example: Gas prices have skyrocketed. I don’t care why, I just know the president/governor/politicians most definitely can do more, such as an executive order...
Letter to the editor: Energy choice means progress on environment, economy
The op-ed “Pa. communities should be allowed to choose clean energy” (April 7, TribLIVE) neglected to mention just why the United States has led the world in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and fails to mention the costs of burdensome government mandates and mischaracterized legislative proposals. First, Pennsylvania’s embrace of competitive...
Letter to the editor: Tackling Pa.’s litter problem
A 2018-19 survey found that there are approximately 502.5 million pieces of litter in Pennsylvania, much of it single-use items such as plastic water bottles and cigarette butts. Litter affects Pennsylvania’s property values, meaning less people are choosing to live in Pennsylvania. Here are some ways to help solve our...
Letter to the editor: Shapiro will continue to help Pennsylvanians
With so many global issues impacting household expenses, I am grateful for the real solutions recently introduced by Attorney General Josh Shapiro that will bring real relief to my family. As a mom of five, I have watched meat, milk and fruit, our staples, skyrocket over the last two years....
Letter to the editor: Let’s discuss gun violence instead of Will Smith
For two weeks, America has been scandalized by the violent smack at the Academy Awards. A plethora of news articles, opinion pieces and Twitter comments have been unleashed. We are shocked to the core by this violent act. Since the March 27 event, there have been 18 mass shootings in...
Letter to the editor: Simple ways to show solidarity with Ukraine
Fellow Americans: Show solidarity with the Ukrainians. Limit your use of oil, especially recreational use. Don’t just complain. This is something you can do. Tom Kerek Oakmont...
Letter to the editor: Poor headline on AP Hungarian election article
The headline of an April 4 Associated Press article was “Hungary’s pro-Putin PM claims victory.” Typical AP — no facts in the article to back that up. I highly doubt that allegation. I visited Budapest twice and talked to many people — the country/citizens are still upset about the heavy...
Letter to the editor: Pandemic fraud is an eye-opener
After rereading the Associated Press article “Fraud overwhelms pandemic- related unemployment programs” (Feb. 28, 2021, TribLIVE) and looking at recent news, the question has to be asked: Are our politicians good stewards of our money? The February 2021 article reported that over $63 billion in CARES Act money was paid out...
Letter to the editor: Washington Township HS sports memories
Permit me please the liberty of questioning George Guido’s thoughtful article “Washington Township sports memories remain” (March 5, TribLIVE), and specifically on Washington Township High School football. With all due respect to coach Don Earley, I submit that “Tide” football began to break in 1951, not 1959. Beginning with the...
Letter to the editor: Radical fuel policies would bankrupt us
It’s time for those who should know better to challenge radical policies such as banning gasoline-powered cars and oil and gas drilling. If these and other misguided measures are fully implemented, our lives would become greatly impoverished, and our great nation could become a third-world hellhole while our international rivals...
Letter to the editor: Praise for Excela Health Norwin
I recently had an outpatient procedure done at Excela Health Norwin. I was extremely impressed by the service I received. The nurse who completed my intake information and procedure setup was very professional and personable, explaining what to expect and making sure I was comfortable. The anesthesiologist took her time...
Letter to the editor: Putin an antichrist of our time
Completely at sea described my state of mind when in a letter to the editor over a month ago, I wrote that Russia would not attack Ukraine. Russia did with a fury that has resulted in barbaric atrocities to soldiers and civilians alike. Over 4 million Ukrainian women, children, elderly...
Letter to the editor: America is on the right track
It is encouraging to see so many articles in the Trib pointing to our country moving in the right direction. Work is beginning on repairing bridges and roads which provide good paying jobs. Several presidents tried to develop an infrastructure plan but failed. President Biden got it done. Unemployment is...
Letter to the editor: Candidates keep telling us what we want to hear
I will cut taxes. I will raise Social Security. I will win the war on drugs. I will defund the police. I will support the police. I will cut government spending. I will slash gas prices. I will drill for oil and natural gas. I will protect the environment. I...
Letter to the editor: Working together to help Westmoreland thrive
I hope new Westmoreland County Chamber of Commerce President Dan Debone’s passion to help the working class is sincere (“New Westmoreland chamber leader seeks to expand outreach efforts,” March 12, TribLIVE). Westmoreland has seen a drop in the labor force since the beginning of covid restrictions in March 2020. And...
