Letters to the Editor category, Page 87
Letter to the editor: Fetterman should rethink support of Netanyahu
In the last five months more than 30,000 humans have died violently in Gaza as a result of the military action ordered by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel. Sen. John Fetterman has stated: “We have an opportunity to stand with Israel in this situation, and this is what I...
Letter to the editor: Our tax dollars shouldn’t go to Texas
State Senate Republicans Kim Ward, Joe Pittman, Patrick Stefano and others passed Senate Resolution 251 calling on Gov. Josh Shapiro to deploy the Pennsylvania National Guard to the Texas border. The text of the resolution and Ward’s March 23rd e-newsletter incorrectly assert that undocumented migrants are the source of fentanyl...
Letter to the editor: Shapiro’s energy proposals threaten affordable, reliable energy in Pa.
In his op-ed “My commonsense plan for a new era of energy leadership in Pa.” (April 2, TribLive), Gov. Josh Shapiro claims, “Doing nothing is not an option.” However, his energy proposals are solutions in search of a problem that will do nothing but harm Pennsylvania’s energy industry and raise...
Letter to the editor: Just mail in your ballot — what could be easier?
Regarding all the letters about “mail-in drop boxes” and the absence of same: No one is trying to squash anyone’s vote. If you have the ability to travel to a drop box, then you have the ability to go and vote in person at your voting precinct. Otherwise, since it’s...
Sounding off: Gun violence, politics on readers’ minds
Senate must take action on gun violence I read the essay Meredith Elizalde wrote about her son Nick, who was killed during a mass shooting at his school’s football game in September 2022 (“State leaders disdain gun victims,” Feb. 9, TribLive). The reaction of lawmakers in Harrisburg to this mother’s...
Letter to the editor: Revisionist history
Regarding Elwood Watson’s op-ed “The creep of Christian nationalism” (March 12, TribLive): Elwood, Elwood, Elwood, lend me your brain. On second thought, please don’t. There are a few skinless sheep shivering out there. You owe them an apology. To call you a country bumpkin would be an insult to country...
Letter to the editor: Leadership matters — vote Jill Cooper
I am writing to express my strong support for Jill Cooper as the best proven conservative option for our state representative in District 55. Many politicians talk a good game, but very few actually get important things done. Cooper proved in her first term that she is committed to meeting...
Letter to the editor: Cooper will work across party lines
In the letter “Lingg will defend our values” (Feb. 9, TribLive) regarding the “uniparty,” I found it most interesting that the writer’s supported candidate, Jamie Lingg, is against the bipartisan “meet-me-in-the-middle” caucus collaborating across party lines. Is not the work on behalf of all constituents exactly what we send our...
Letter to the editor: Trump commandments
Now that he’s become a religious publisher, here are some commandments we might expect from citizen Trump: Overvalue thy properties for lenders and undervalue for collectors of tax. Remember that the Lord provideth female begetting organs for men of fame or wealth to grab. Belittle the meek, those with disabilities...
Letter to the editor: Bizzarro endorsed by many
The writer of the letter ”Bizzarro’s lack of leadership” (March 26, TribLive) accuses Rep. Ryan Bizzarro, the Democratic Party’s endorsed candidate for state treasurer, of not supporting reproductive freedom. It is ridiculous to believe that over 150 pro-choice Democratic leaders — from U.S. Congress members like Mary Gay Scanlon to...
Letter to the editor: Summer Lee delivers for Western Pa.
Summer Lee works tirelessly to champion for Western Pennsylvania. She promotes economic justice, union jobs and environmental justice, and co-sponsored 20-plus bills strengthening voting rights, safeguarding democracy and fighting for reproductive health. She passed through committee $10.7 million in funding for food assistance, addressing antisemitism, affordable housing, rebuilding infrastructure and...
Letter to the editor: Jill Cooper the better candidate
As a former eight-year member of Murrysville Council, I have a reasonable understanding of local politics. I’ve learned that the skill sets required to be an effective representative include intelligence, being principled, ethical and pragmatic, and honoring your commitments. I’ve known our current state representative, Jill Cooper, for nearly 20...
Letter to the editor: Wrong to fly flag upside down
If you hang your American flag upside down, you should have to pay a fine. It’s unpatriotic and embarrassing to veterans. Jon Brady Ligonier Township...
Letter to the editor: Jill Cooper deserves to be reelected
The Pennsylvania primary to select our 2024 candidates is April 23. One deserving candidate is state House Rep. Jill Cooper of the 55th District, who is running for reelection. Cooper has been very much involved in understanding the needs of the Westmoreland County communities she represents, including my area. By...
Letter to the editor: Trump and Republicans are for the rich
Donald J. Trump has a lot to be proud of in his life — the sins and lies keep stacking up. His actions have cost lives, with covid and Jan. 6. But there will be a “bloodbath” if he is not reelected. It’s pretty bad when Mike Pence won’t endorse...
Letter to the editor: Democrats and democracy
Democratic politicians and their left-wing media acolytes tell us if Donald Trump is elected in November, it will be the end of our democracy. Apparently, they believe secure borders, low inflation, enforcing laws against crime and promoting voter ID laws are somehow ruinous to “democracy.” But they have no compunction...
Letter to the editor: Biden and Trump on abortion, immigration
In the upcoming federal election, you will have the choice of Joe Biden or Donald Trump unless some kind of shenanigans enter the fray. Biden prioritizes abortion and leaving the border practically open, breaking his oath of office with no liability. If you vote for Trump, who employs people in...
Letter to the editor: Burn center care exceptional
I was recently admitted to West Penn Burn Center with second- and third-degree burns on both of my hands and forearms, my abdomen, knee and back. I underwent surgery a few days later. The care I received from everyone — doctors, nurses, aides, therapists and food service and housekeeping staff...
Letter to the editor: Who to vote for? Here are some ideas.
In answer to the letter “Biden, Trump — who to vote for?” (March 27, TribLive): Vote for the one who does not have over 90 indictments against him. Vote for the one who honors our military, rather than the one who calls them “suckers.” Vote for the one who knows...
Letter to the editor: Holiest day of year marred by ‘Transgender Day’ designation
March 31, Easter Sunday, was a day I will never forget. Easter, the most significant day on the Christian calendar, a day when the Christian Church around the world celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ, was proclaimed the holiest of holy days over 1,800 years ago. On March 29, two...
Letter to the editor: Local operators produce natural gas responsibly
Ignoring existing regulations and standard operating procedures, as well as robust water recycling and conservation efforts, anti-natural gas activists are leveraging Beaver Run Reservoir’s latest drought watch to peddle false narratives around the industry’s responsible and stringently regulated water management practices (“Environmental groups scrutinize Beaver Run Reservoir water usage in...
Letter to the editor: Trump keeps crossing the line
Donald Trump is responsible for the indoctrination of a select group of people — namely his dedicated but ill-informed followers. He is blatantly using extreme rhetoric to influence their thinking regarding the “Biden controlled” government, the radical Democratic Party, the fake news accusations, incompetent judges and prosecutors, and fellow Republicans...
Letter to the editor: Vote Lingg in District 55
It amazes me that around election time our legislators decide to do all kind of good things — like bringing up voter ID. Our incumbent in District 55, Jill Cooper (running for reelection), along with several House colleagues, is supporting a discharge resolution that would allow the House of Representatives...
Letter to the editor: Cooper deserves reelection
Despite an ever advancing technological world, where we have the ability to communicate with others instantly from all over the Earth, I think most people would agree that many of our elected officials are more disconnected than ever with the pulse of their constituents they represent. However, a few public...
Letter to the editor: America on life support
I’m not a doctor, but I can still recognize when someone is gravely ill. All factors that determine the health of a nation and its people indicate that America is on life support. I can’t list all of them here because of the limited length of this forum, but it’s...
