Beware of the half-truth. You may have gotten hold of the wrong half. (Author unknown)
As we approach one of the most crucial elections of a lifetime, anxieties seem to be kicking into high gear. We have been subjected to various opinions of what Christians are or are not; what type of birds flock together, etc. Needless to say, we all know the adage about assuming. The common denominator mimics Democratic talking points.
If the only news you consume is that of MSNBC, CNN or one of the major news outlets, then I think it would be accurate to say that all you hear is that of Trump derangement and the dehumanization and demonization of a political opponent. It makes one wonder why you would not want another viewpoint.
As a voter, my first concern for our nation is financial stability and national security.
According to Consumer Affairs, Pennsylvania saw the highest grocery inflation rate of any state in 2023, at an 8.2% increase year-over-year.
As a Pennsylvanian, I am concerned for our oil/gas industry in light of Vice President Kamala Harris’ call for an end to fracking.
Crime, murder and fentanyl drug overdoses are off the chart. In July 2024, two ISIS-related individuals were apprehended in Philadelphia, a sanctuary city. Immigration and Customs Enforcement recently stated that more than 400,000 illegal migrants convicted of crimes are now free in the United States.
The vote you cast should be based on common sense, not gender, race or hate.
Elections have consequences!
Romayne K. Levcik
Greensburg