Letters to the Editor category, Page 63
Letter to the editor: America is already great
When I am out driving my vehicle, using my God-given eyesight, I see thousands of new vehicles on the highway traveling to parking lots of stores full of people shopping, restaurants full of patrons eating, sports venues full of fans, entertainment venues sold out, and airports, trains and cruises full...
Letter to the editor: Praying for Father Moineau
I became a Catholic and a parishioner of Immaculate Conception Church when Father John Moineau baptized me at the Easter vigil in 2011. Father John was not just our pastor; he was a leader and teacher in our community. He gave his all every day, not just on Sundays. I...
Letter to the editor: Political beliefs not linked to race, gender
In the letter “Right to free speech doesn’t mean no consequences” (Sept. 14, TribLive), the writer doubles down on claims of racism originally raised in “Hate-filled letters by law enforcement alarming” (Aug. 14, TribLive). Graciously, he did not repeat his opinion of my having a mental illness. Does the letter-writer...
Letter to the editor: Debate provided no answers
Once again a presidential debate became a stone-throwing, hair-pulling contest. Our candidates cannot stand alone on what their policies will be. It’s never how much better my ideas are, it’s always what a terrible mess you have made or will make. The main issues fell short of being answered. Kamala...
Letter to the editor: Deception is Trump/Vance strategy?
JD Vance has gone on record saying that he and Donald Trump spin facts without proof to deceive. This was mostly obvious before, but now it is their policy and strategy? How can they continue as candidates? Dave Bonazelli Unity...
Letter to the editor: U.S. Steel/Nippon labor concerns
The problem with the Nippon sale is simple: ducking responsibility for the labor contract. Yes, they “say” they will honor them, but the way they have it written is between U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel North America — not Nippon Steel Corp. You need to read the actual correspondence between...
Letter to the editor: Harris won’t help middle class
I have questions for the Democratic Party and its supporters. Why do they blame “corporate greed and price gouging” for why the prices of food, energy and virtually everything else skyrocketed when the current federal administration took office? Did “corporate greed and price gouging” not occur during the previous administration,...
Letter to the editor: It doesn’t matter who the Dem candidate is
It doesn’t matter who the Dems run; the candidate is a mere puppet — and not a very good one. Some dishonest media members are trying to scrub Kamala Harris’ record. She has flipflopped on nearly every issue, so it is impossible to know where she stands and whether it...
Letter to the editor: Tax cuts for wealthy cost us dearly
The Trib has recently published articles by George Will and Cal Thomas that raised alarms about our $34 trillion to $35 trillion national debt that is supposedly caused by our government’s reckless spending. But the Center for American Progress states “if not for the Bush and Trump tax cuts revenues...
Letter to the editor: Crown Act would end discrimination based on hair
Imagine getting fired from your job because the boss objects to your hairstyle, texture or type. Imagine if a school official sent your child home simply because of their hair. While this possibility might seem absurd to some Pennsylvanians, state law does not currently offer protection from this form of...
Letter to the editor: God is love, and he is everywhere
Where do we find God in times of despair, distress and disillusionment? Where do we find God when our prayers seem to fall on deaf ears? We find God in the people around us … our family, friends and even those strangers who share a shoulder to cry on, a...
Letter to the editor: Apply ‘truth in advertising’ to political ads
I’m sure we’re all a little tired of all the political commercials that are on every TV channel at every commercial break. And who knows what is fact or fiction? FYI, the federal government, as well as many state governments, have “truth in advertising” laws in place that mandate that...
Letter to the editor: Climate is warming
The writer of the letter “Harris’ climate plans a scam?” (Sept. 14, TribLive), as a doctor, should know better. Contrary to his statements, sea level is rising, and glaciers are melting. The climate is warming. He trots out that ridiculous right-wing talking point that when a cube of ice in...
Letter to the editor: Balancing energy and environment
The letter “Fracking not way of the future” (Sept. 10, TribLive) once again presents the claim that we must choose between natural gas and a clean environment. This oversimplified narrative fails to recognize the clear data proving that a balanced approach can accommodate both energy needs and environmental protection. Instead...
Letter to the editor: Harris’ free money promises
Kamala Harris should have the election in the bag. Here are some of her promises: New business owners get $50,000, new homebuyers get $25,000, parents get $6,000 per child, millions get medical bills paid, Medicare for all. To pay for it she’ll raise taxes on those evil corporations (the ones...
Letter to the editor: Father Moineau has paid enough for ‘error’
As I keep reading the letters to the editor about Father John Moineau, I wonder, what is the bishop waiting for? To my understanding, Father John has not been found guilty of any wrongdoing by the district attorney’s office. Is the diocesan investigation ongoing? If the only thing wrong was...
Letter to the editor: Adelphoi should take responsibility for escapees
As a recent victim of one more of Adelphoi’s escapees, I think it’s time for the citizens of this county to demand Adelphoi take responsibility for allowing so many of their detainees to “escape” and cost the taxpayers both time and money. Does Adelphoi pay property taxes? We do. Our...
Letter to the editor: Vote for the party that respects and honors women
I can sympathize with those who oppose abortion. I do not believe that any woman considers abortion lightly. But what happens when the government intervenes in a decision that should be between a woman and her doctor? We’ve seen it already, in states where abortion has been outlawed or severely...
Letter to the editor: Kiski Valley opportunities
When I first came to Vandergrift some six years ago, I stated there was an attitude of pessimism. This attitude of despair and pessimism prompted an idea, and I founded the Vandergrift Business Association. This nonprofit was a success for businesses and citizens alike. New businesses formed, and existing businesses...
Letter to the editor: Restore election integrity with paper ballots
The writer of the letter ”County election deniers see problem that doesn’t exist” (Sept. 7, TribLive) accused Mary Rita Turka and me of trying to “cause chaos” in November’s election. Nonsense! We are representing the recommendations made by three election experts who testified before a Pennsylvania Senate committee hearing, saying our...
Letter to the editor: Unity solar farm not in best interests of residents, township
On June 25, the Unity Township Zoning Board held a hearing to consider a special exception application for the installation of a 34-acre solar farm along Charles Houck Road. This issue was unbeknownst to a majority of area residents who, once informed, filled the meeting room to overflowing for the...
Letter to the editor: When casting your vote, don’t forget about Jan. 6
There are some who would like to forget Jan. 6, 2021, a day when Americans claiming patriotism violated democracy. Thugs kicked down barriers, climbed up walls, broke windows and fought the Capitol police while Congress was doing the work of certifying the presidential election of 2020. To minimize the terror...
Letter to the editor: Lies about Trump
Our political discourse rarely weighs heavily in factual information. Our politicians understand that our largely uninformed electorate is best convinced by highly emotional, provocative language. For example, at the recent Democratic National Convention, speaker after speaker acclaimed the “joy” of their party’s nominees while spewing hateful diatribes about the Republican...
Letter to the editor: Culturally competent mental health, emergency services
On Tuesday, the Justice for Christian Hall coalition and Asian Pacific Islander Political Alliance will host a press conference to introduce an Allegheny County Council resolution honoring the life of Christian Hall. This resolution highlights the need for culturally competent mental health and emergency services in Pennsylvania. A similar bill...
Letter to the editor: Reenergized by Harris
I want to extend a personal thank-you to Donald Trump. For many years, I was very apathetic toward politics … until he entered the fray. But my interest in politics isn’t because I’m pro-DT. In fact, it’s quite the opposite. I can unequivocally say that I haven’t despised anyone as...
