Letter to the editor: Defund Planned Parenthood

Buried deep (section A, page 7) in the Labor Day weekend edition was a three-paragraph blip with the headline “Pa. to end state funding for anti-abortion counseling centers” (Sept. 1, TribLIVE). Apparently, the governor has the power and the desire to defund pro-life agencies despite the fact that half of his constituents are pro-life and anti-abortion.

I understand that a $2 million increase is in the new budget for Real Alternatives. Much like the money allotted for student scholarships, the governor will veto it. Then that money will be up for grabs. Will it end up going to Planned unParenthood? Why is he permitted to do this without going through the Pennsylvania House and Senate?

May I boldly suggest that Pennsylvania also defund Planned unParenthood to make all things “equitable”? I do not want my tax dollars going to Planned unParenthood. I don’t think I stand alone on this. People, wake up! Contact the governor. Be very careful who and what (party platform) you are voting for.

Pam Hohal

Hempfield