Letters to the Editor category, Page 214
Letter to the editor: Senator aligns with wrong side
Pennsylvania state Sen. John Yudichak was a bit disingenuous in his op-ed “America’s energy future depends on Pa.” (Dec. 5, TribLIVE). He states, “During the last decade, natural gas production in Pennsylvania has helped reduce CO2 emissions in the United States by 758 million metric tons — more than any country...
Letter to the editor: Wrong things to do as president
What could I do if I were the commander in chief to decrease the national security of the United States and make it easier for our enemies to attack us and our allies? • Politicize the FBI • Politicize the DOJ • Open the border • Have Border Patrol babysit...
Letter to the editor: Leaders don’t seem to care about taxpayers
I reacted with dismay when I read Sam Demarco’s op-ed “Pittsburgh Public Schools tax increase was not necessary” (Jan. 3, TribLIVE). Why would the Pittsburgh Public Schools Board raise taxes on Pittsburgh taxpayers in order to make up a $5.3 million budget shortfall when the board holds $145 million in...
Letter to the editor: Democracy is being threatened
Thomas Wagner writes a curious letter (“Baseless claims.”) I found his syntax rather confusing, but he seems to be complaining that election fraud is not adequately being illuminated in the media. And yet his letter was only two sentences — he had plenty of space to be specific about this...
Letter to the editor: Decade of despair ahead for Steelers
Tim Benz wrote about life after Big Ben (“Appreciating Ben Roethlisberger’s career, and grasping the massive task of replacing him.”) But he and the rest of the local media don’t know the half of it yet. Because now the team faces a unique situation they never have before: They are...
Letter to the editor: Praise for mainstream media coverage of Jan. 6
Regarding the faux outrage and divisive editorial cartoon “Mallard Fillmore” in the Tribune-Review: I would like to comment on the Jan. 3 cartoon decrying the mainstream media’s potential failure to cover violence against law enforcement. I will start by saying I pray for the families and mourn the loss of...
Letter to the editor: Republicans’ plans
In her letter, “Republicans are not planning for our well-being”, Patty Satalia said, “The Republican Party has no plan.” The Republicans have a commonsense plan. It is to: • Patrol the border, build a wall and keep asylum-seekers in Mexico, not let in over 1.5 million illegal immigrants. • Combat...
Letter to the editor: Cheneys only Republicans to mark Jan. 6
So I see that Dick Cheney, one of the most hardnosed, diehard members of the Republican Party, has stated that the party is not what is was in the past. He also stated how important it is to recognize the anniversary of the Jan. 6 attack. Sadly, Rep. Liz Cheney...
Letter to the editor: John Peck’s loss due to opponent’s negative campaign
I don’t think Westmoreland County’s former District Attorney John Peck’s behavior had anything to do with his election loss to Nicole Ziccarelli (“Could John Peck’s behavior be factor in his loss?,” Jan. 1, TribLIVE). I believe his loss was a combination of her repeated anti-Democratic rhetoric, personal attacks and allegations...
Letter to the editor: Differing views of Jan. 6
I have read many fervent commentaries concerning the infamous Jan. 6 events. The notion that it was an insurrection with the intent to overthrow the U.S. government is laughable. The small percentage of people in attendance who committed violence or entered the Capitol building should absolutely be held accountable. The...
Letter to the editor: Incitement a tool of the left
I read with amusement the letter penned by Suzanne Colvin (“Don’t forget Republicans’ cowardice,” Jan. 4, TribLIVE). Like all misguided liberals, Colvin attempts to paint the Jan. 6 incident at our nation’s Capitol as the worst threat to life and liberty we’ve ever seen. She even goes so far as...
Letter to the editor: Proud of Penn-Trafford football players
I would like to offer a sincere congratulations to the state champion Penn-Trafford football team. Because of car probems, I walked 2½ miles in the rain from my home in Irwin to the Penn-Trafford football stadium on a Saturday afternoon to welcome home the state champions. Why would a 71-year-old...
Letter to the editor: Leaders must figure out climate solutions nowVideo
In the Netflix movie “Don’t Look Up,” politicians chasing dollar signs tell voters to think about “jobs” and ignore all the evidence suggesting impending disaster because of their corporate-friendly decision-making. Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald tells us to not look up at the county’s nation-leading toxic air quality and lung...
Letter to the editor: Pass Build Back Better Act
I was saddened to read the article “Eat’n Park to close Squirrel Hill location” (Jan. 4, TribLIVE). This pandemic feels like it is never ending, and lots of people are suffering economically. We need assistance from the government by passing the Build Back Better Act. Build Back Better will help...
Letter to the editor: Remembering Earl Fillmore, American patriot
I want to sincerely thank you for publishing the article celebrating Earl Fillmore Jr. (“Derry native killed in 1993 battle of Mogadishu in line for Army’s Distinguished Service Cross,” Jan. 1, TribLIVE). As I sat in my home on a rainy New Year’s Day, I thought about what a wonderful...
Letter to the editor: What if Trump had never been born?
“It’s a Wonderful Life” is a Christmas movie I enjoy every year. How all our lives are intertwined. This year as I watched, I thought … if only. If Donald Trump had never been born; therefore never president. Let’s say the presidential winner in 2016 was either Hillary Clinton or...
Letter to the editor: Wilkinsburg residents should vote on annexation
Residents of Wilkinsburg, Allegheny County officials, state officials, local foundations and others have worked for years to make Wilkinsburg a thriving place to live and work. But the borough continues to lose population and businesses. And blight continues to increase. It is clear that even with outside help, the borough...
Letter to the editor: Heed words of religious leaders on vaccines
To those who cite religious objections to vaccination for covid, I suggest that they consider the words of two well-known religious leaders, Martin Luther and Pope Francis. “It is even more shameful for a person to pay no heed to his own body and to fail to protect it gainst...
Letter to the editor: Omicron? We all saw it coming.
“Nobody saw it coming.” That was President Biden’s response when asked about the omicron covid-19 surge. “Who saw it coming?” he asked, staring incredulously. Well, Joe, you did. Your administration did. We’ve heard it for years now: If left unchecked, the virus will mutate, creating variants that could be more...
Letter to the editor: Get vaccinated to help health care workers
My colleagues who are primarily responsible for the care or the most serious covid-19 patients in the ICU are burning out and need help from the community. It is very disturbing and stressful to see people who are on ventilators and dying every day who, if vaccinated, would not be...
Sounding off: Penn State rewards mediocrity
Penn State rewards mediocrity, giving football coach James Franklin, a 10-year, $75 million contract. Here is a resume of his accomplishments: One Big Ten title, and that was 2016, when he had the best running back in the country; 2 wins, 13 losses against top 10 opponents; defeated Ohio State...
Letter to the editor: Military discount policy doesn’t work for all vets
The heavily reported new Home Depot “veteran discount” policy actually excludes veterans from using the discount, rather than making it easier to use. Online registration for the discount is fairly easy, at home, on a computer. But trying to use the discount at the store is not possible for veterans...
Letter to the editor: Concerned about well blowouts in Penn Township
My wife, Marcia, and I live just 0.45 miles from the Apex Energy Drakulic multi unconventional gas-well pad in Penn Township (“Activists continue to protest gas wells in Penn Township,” Oct. 21, TribLIVE). One of our biggest concerns is a well blowout like the one in Belmont County, Ohio, in...
Letter to the editor: Bringing down out-of-control prescription drug prices
The op-ed “AARP’s drug pricing conflict of interest” (Jan. 1, TribLIVE) reads like all the other opinions that Big Pharma and its enablers recycle. If anyone has a conflict, it is astroturf groups like Patients Rising, claiming to speak for patients but cozying up to Big Pharma. For decades, millions...
Letter to the editor: Why hasn’t synagogue shooting suspect gone to trial?
A white supremacist in California murdered worshippers at a Passover service in a Southern California synagogue in 2019. Both federal and state trials were held, and the accused was found guilty and sentenced to life sentences. Those who defended this individual reported he was influenced by the killings at the...
