Opinion category, Page 173
Letter to the editor: Post-covid revitalization
Residential and commercial real estate developers across the country are working to revitalize cities following the covid-19 pandemic. Pittsburgh is no exception, where buildings in the city’s urban center are being modified to attract businesses and promote growth. However, a recent Federal Reserve proposal to reduce the cap on debit...
Editorial: Israeli and Palestinian leaders once shared a peace prize. Now they may share war crimes charges
It is somehow fitting that the International Criminal Court prosecutor is seeking arrest warrants against leaders of both Hamas and Israel in connection with mass slaughters carried out since the Oct. 7 Hamas attack and Israel’s response. ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan is seeking arrest warrants for Hamas leaders Yahya Sinwar,...
Letter to the editor: Vaccines and masks saved lives
The writer of the letter “What would Reagan think?” (May 20, TribLive) asks, “Did the government help anyone by mandating multiple injections of an experimental drug … and requiring masks?” The intelligent answer is an emphatic “yes.” Regrettably many American lives were lost because these requirements didn’t come soon enough....
Editorial cartoons for the week of May 27
Editorial cartoons for the week of May 27....
Elizabeth Veronica Weaver: Biological reasons for gender dysphoria
With all the misinformation spread about “trans” people and about “only two sexes,” the scientific evidence for individuals born with both male and female characteristics has not been part of the national conversation. These individuals, currently referred to as “intersex,” are those who, due to genetic variations, have both male...
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of May 27
Mallard Fillmore cartoons for the week of May 27....
Peter Jensen: Why the Alito flag flap matters — even if he blames his wife
When I entered the world of professional journalism more than four decades ago, I quickly discovered that certain colleagues felt so strongly about the mere appearance of political bias that they abstained from voting. This is not true of most reporters, but you can still find some who choose not...
Letter to the editor: Remember the real reason for Memorial Day
When will people and businesses stop saying “Happy Memorial Day”? Memorial Day is a day of remembrance. A day to remember and honor those who never made it back home from World War II, Korea, Vietnam and the many other wars and conflicts over the years. Before you crack open...
Letter to the editor: Protecting access to Alzheimer’s treatments
As the saying goes, “You can’t choose your family.” The same can be said for not being able to choose which chronic disease will impact you and your loved ones. Millions of families across the United States have loved ones who are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and have quickly seen the...
Editorial: Remembering sacrifice on Memorial Day
For Memorial Day, a classic Trib editorial: On this Memorial Day, be grateful that Americans’ willingness to sacrifice for freedom’s sake, instilled by each generation in the next, remains as strong as ever. Today, Americans honor those most worthy of such gratitude — those who gave their lives in our...
Letter to the editor: Take care of the bees
With spring in full bloom, it’s time for a reminder about the importance of bees to both humans and nature. Bees don’t just pollinate the flowers in your garden; they pollinate the myriad crops we eat and protect the environment by promoting biodiversity. This has a number of effects, such...
Joseph Sabino Mistick: Justice denied
When U.S. Supreme Court Justice Abe Fortas resigned 55 years ago this month, he was facing congressional calls for his impeachment. He had been on the court for less than four years and had controversially remained a confidant of President Lyndon Baines Johnson. The cause of his resignation was a...
Point: A call for civil rights — end colonialism in Puerto Rico
For 107 years, Puerto Ricans have lived as second-class U.S. citizens. Just last month, the U.S. Commission for Civil Rights’ Puerto Rico Advisory Committee released a memorandum highlighting the subjugation of Puerto Rico and revealing continuing disparities faced by its 3.2 million U.S. citizens. The memo exposed a sad yet...
Counterpoint: Puerto Rico as 51st state would pile on the debt for US, tip balance of power
Every so often, whether Puerto Rico should be granted statehood becomes a hot topic, especially inside D.C.’s Beltway. Historically, the people of Puerto Rico have generally voted against becoming the 51st state. However, that has not stopped many from advocating for Puerto Rican statehood, which would assuredly result in two...
Letter to the editor: Biden and Trump as Mufasa and Scar
Watching the presidential race reminds me of the Walt Disney movie “The Lion King,” with Joe Biden as Mufasa and Donald Trump as Scar. It’s a no-brainer that both of them are old, but one person seems to be trying while the other is trying to keep himself out of...
Letter to the editor: Teach children hard work, love of country
Memorial Day is a time to reflect. As I remember my late father, a Marine who served in the island-hopping campaign of World War II, I can’t help but compare our nation then to our nation now. I am proud to say my parents were part of the Greatest Generation....
Editorial: Biden is changing U.S. stances on marijuana. He should bring Marc Fogel home from Russia for medical marijuana use.
On Thursday, Oakmont teacher Marc Fogel spoke to TribLive about his time in a Russian penal colony, where he has been sentenced to 14 years. His alleged crime: possession of medical marijuana legally prescribed in Pennsylvania. He had a simple and heartfelt plea to President Joe Biden: “Just please, bring...
Letter to the editor: PBMs crucial in fight against costly health care
Like most in the Keystone State, I am deeply concerned about the escalating costs of health care, particularly prescription drugs. A recent government study revealed that Pennsylvania residents spend a yearly average of $13,557 on health care, exceeding the national average by over $2,000. With health care costs already burdensome...
Gary Franks: And the Oscar goes to … DEI participants
I never “wanted” to get anything because I was Black, but I never wanted to be “denied” anything because I was Black, either. All I’ve wanted is fairness — to have a fair opportunity to compete, fair evaluations and fair enforcement of our laws. This is what all Americans should...
S.E. Cupp: Does Trump really have any policy on abortion?
The day was Aug. 18, 1988. New Orleans. President Ronald Reagan’s vice president, George H.W. Bush took the stage at the Republican National Convention to accept the nomination for president. He’d been lagging in the polls behind Massachusetts Gov. Mike Dukakis, and Jack Kemp suggested an idea that could save...
Athan Koutsiouroumbas: In Pa., cost of American dream is out of reach
The American dream in Pennsylvania has a price tag: $230,464. That’s the cost for a family of four to live “comfortably” in the Keystone State. The tally is based on the “50/30/20 Rule,” which holds that half of a household’s income should be spent on housing and necessities, a third...
Letter to the editor: Transparency needed on ARPA funds
The American Rescue Plan (ARPA) report issued by Westmoreland County for the third quarter of 2023 accounts for only about $58 million of the $105 million in allocations for those funds. At the commissioners’ meeting in January, Commissioner Doug Chew said the remaining funds were used as “replacement” funds for...
Lori Falce: Uvalde settlement is offensively inadequate
The City of Uvalde, Texas settled a lawsuit with the families of 17 children killed and two who were wounded in the 2022 massacre of Robb Elementary School. The city is paying out $2 million. That may sound like a large number. In some cases, it might be. In this,...
Laurels & lances: New hire, new housing
Laurel: To a new hire. The first president of Pennsylvania Western University announced her departure on Valentine’s Day 2023. That was followed by interim president Lorraine Bernotsky being named the new leader of West Chester University. She will depart PennWest June 30. It has taken more than 15 months to...
Letter to the editor: Driving energy leadership
The busy summer travel season is upon us, meaning increased demand for transportation fuel. According to AAA, nearly 44 million travelers are expected to head 50 miles or more from home over the Memorial Day travel period – an increase of 4% over last year. As demand for affordable, reliable...
