Letters to the Editor category, Page 3
Letter to the editor: Let Ligonier Beach drown already
Nostalgia is powerful — but living in the past can be costly. Trying to relive the “good old days” of Ligonier Beach risks becoming a financial burden for both current and future taxpayers. A proposal to redevelop the former Ligonier Beach site should be reconsidered, especially in light of the...
Letter to the editor: We continue to crucify Jesus
Today, Christians from around the world will commemorate the death of Jesus Christ who was innocently executed for preaching a message of unconditional love and peace; 2000-plus years later the political anti-Christs of our world continue to crucify millions of innocents in Gaza, Iran, Lebanon, Venezuela and Ukraine. Rather than...
Letter to the editor: Trump not Making America Great Again
During his 2024 campaign, President Trump claimed he was going to decrease inflation dramatically on Day One if he was elected. He was also going to solve immigration, save manufacturing and coal jobs, and not start any wars, as if he had a bag of fairy dust to sprinkle around...
Letter to the editor: Trump, Destroyer in Chief
President George W. Bush took the title of “Decider in Chief.” In my opinion, President Trump has earned the title of “Destroyer in Chief” for the following reasons: • Destroying the First, Fourth and 14th amendments as he attempts to limit free speech, shut down legal protests and permit illegal...
Letter to the editor: Should he stay or should he go?
The news regarding the mayor of Aspinwall’s crime and “brain fart” fascinates me. My thoughts surrounding this predicament were that the act of secretly recording a private meeting, which included borough officials, was a failed attempt at gotcha politics. Mayor Scott Zimmermann failed to find negative information about some participants’...
Letter to the editor: Jesus, Trump and mob mentality
Jesus declared “I came to bear witness to the truth.” Pilate asked “What is truth?” and chose to wash his hands to let the mob determine Jesus’ fate. But what motivated the people to crucify the truth? The chief priests and Sanhedrin knew of Jesus’ innocence, but nevertheless chose to...
Letter to the editor: No ICE protection during draft?
Regarding the article “Pittsburgh seeks pacts with 18 law enforcement agencies to help with 2026 NFL Draft” (March 24, TribLive): In the same breath a city spokeswoman says ICE is not included in the agreement, which means there is no protection for anyone from illegal immigrants who have a proven...
Letter to the editor: Murrysville stop ludicrous
In response to the article “Murrysville OKs 4-way stop at School Road, North Hills Road” (March 7, TribLive): I urge our magistrate to suspend the driving privileges of Councilman Darren Miller until it can be proven that he does not pose a public safety risk while driving. It was reported...
Letter to the editor: Remembering Al Gore’s climate doomsaying
In his opinion piece “Paul Ehrlich was wrong about everything” (March 19, TribLive), Jonah Goldberg refers to Ehrlich as “the most influential Chicken Little of the past century.” I’d give Ehrlich second place. I nominate Al Gore for first place. Like Ehrlich, Gore inspired global efforts to respond to what...
Letter to the editor: Trump’s comments on Robert Mueller a new low
Donald Trump hit a new low with his comment about Robert Mueller stating that he was glad he’s dead. Wow! Such class. And then his Cabinet can’t defend him quickly enough. The problem with all of them is they just can’t understand normal thinking. Enough said. Dan O’Toole Trafford...
Letter to the editor: The Constitution and noncitizen voting
Our Constitution reveals that only citizens of the United States are permitted to vote. The Constitution’s 14th Amendment defines “All persons born or naturalized in the United Sates, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States” (ratified 1868). The 15th Amendment states that the rights of...
Letter to the editor: Commissioners need to make drop boxes available
Westmoreland County residents are losing confidence in the integrity of our voting process. That loss of trust isn’t tied to one issue. It’s the accumulation of several concerns. Our commissioners have both an opportunity and a responsibility to address them directly. We should all share a simple goal: ensuring every...
Letter to the editor: Clean energy should be powering data centers
Data centers are igniting citizen activism nationwide as residents demand a voice in how these massive, computer-filled warehouses will shape their communities. In Southwestern Pennsylvania, 22 data center projects are underway across six counties, according to FracTracker Alliance. Communities now find themselves on the front lines of a rapidly expanding,...
Letter to the editor: Jail officers need PTSD treatment
Researchers have found that the post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) rate for correctional officers is higher than for the military or police officers. A primary reason is correctional officers work in a confined institution in which there is a constant risk of having a hands-on intervention with residents. For the Allegheny...
Letter to the editor: Generation owners profiting from rising electric bills
The frustration in Diana Vahabzadeh’s commentary “Legislators must help bring down skyrocketing utility bills” (March 18, TribLive) is rightfully shared by millions of Pennsylvanians. She deserves honest answers about her recent electric bill increases. Duquesne Light Co.’s (DLC) base rates have not increased since 2024. Vahabzadeh’s June and December 2025...
Letter to the editor: Shell brings value to community
For nearly a decade, Shell’s petrochemicals plant has been a part of our community. Besides the economic and job growth, Shell continues to be a critical community partner. For example, Shell has established a partnership with the Community College of Beaver County (CCBC) to invest in workforce development by supporting...
Letter to the editor: Trump administration ignoring chemical leaks
The article “After deadly explosion, safety and environmental lapses at U.S. Steel’s Clairton Coke Works now rest with Nippon” (Feb 12, TribLive) highlights a prime example of how the Trump administration intentionally turns a blind eye to chemical leaks in the U.S., impacting the health of Americans. The article mentions...
Letter to the editor: Fetterman has betrayed Pa.
While I worked on the Conor Lamb campaign in the 2022 Democratic primaries, I was proud to cast my vote for John Fetterman in the general election. He postured himself as a courageous and pragmatic progressive who would provide a breath of fresh air for the Democratic Party. It is...
Letter to the editor: People rely on the post office
I was so heartened to read your article on a Manor resident nearly losing money in a lottery scam recently (“Manor resident nearly loses money in lottery scam,” March 9, TribLive). A bank transaction was stopped before any funds were lost. It is a wonderful example of the spirit and...
Letter to the editor: What we get for our taxes
The writer of the letter “Finland, Norway more attractive than U.S.” (March 25, TribLive) makes a point well worth repeating. Writing of his daughter living in Finland, he notes, “Sure taxes are higher (there), but a small price to pay for so many benefits … .” He notes that in...
Letter to the editor: Numbers don’t lie — this is what you voted for
Americans were warned. Look at the numbers. In 2016, the federal deficit was $590 billion. In 2019, it was $984 billion. Today, it’s about $1.8 trillion a year, and projected to hit $1.9 trillion in 2026. This is after Donald Trump’s record deficit when he left office. The national debt...
Letter to the editor: We need a free press now more than ever
It would seem that Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and our esteemed president slept through American history. Their abhorrent threats to the rights of a free press to report on a war of choice is a dangerous step on the road to totalitarianism. Our third...
Letter to the editor: A Democratic president would be disastrous
As someone who voted for Donald Trump twice, I have to say I am bothered by some of his policies and rhetoric. I have deep concerns about some ICE actions, as well as the Iran war. But my uncertainty is subordinated to my deep conviction a Democratic president would be...
Letter to the editor: Questions for Trump
Why did Kristi Noem spend $220 million on TV commercials? Who authorized this? This money could have been used to pay the TSA workers. Why aren’t they getting paid? Why are our senators getting paid and other workers are not? How did President Trump figure out that Iran would bomb...
Letter to the editor: America no longer shouldering allies’ burden
In his column “Trump’s Goodwill Bank is empty” (March 20, TribLive), Joseph Sabino Mistick, acting like a sufferer of TDS, claims President Trump has nothing left in his goodwill account and European leaders are aware it’s a one-way street and they can no longer count on the U.S. the way...
