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McCoy will represent all residents of 79th

I just recently met an outstanding young man who has thrown his hat into the political arena. You wouldn’t think that of a professional nurse, someone who already cares for everyone that he encounters. Caleb McCoy is running for the vacated 79th District house. He has made it clear that he will represent all of the residents of the 79th regardless of their political affiliation. How very refreshing it is to hear someone say that in a world where it’s either one side or the other is always right or has to be. It’s been a very long time since we’ve had someone who’s willing to ...

Verobish qualified to represent district

Tuesday, March 17th will be the Special Election for the 79th District of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives to fill the seat vacated by Lou Schmitt. It is crucial we vote to fill this seat with the most qualified candidate. Please join me in voting for Andrea Verobish. She will do a great job representing our district. She has the experience, moral integrity and work ethic to represent us in Harrisburg and do positive work for our district and commonwealth. Dave Butterbaugh Jr. Altoona

Vote Verobish on March 17

A late friend of mine often said “I only vote in the primary.” At one time I could almost agree with that, but after I gave it some thought I found I must adamantly disagree with this half-hearted logic. The greatest degree of separation in government and you is the President of the United States, yet that’s the only one you’ll vote for? The government you’re most influenced by isn’t necessarily the top level. Many laws and regulations happen at the local level and the people in these offices often move upwards into higher offices. Who we have at the lower offices ...

Verobish will be responsible leader

The March 17 special election is an important opportunity for our community to make its voice heard. Local elections shape our future in very real ways, and participation is essential to ensuring our values are represented. Andrea Verobish is our Republican nominee, and she embodies the principles of responsible leadership, accountability and service to our community. Andrea understands the challenges facing our area and is committed to working hard for residents with integrity and common sense. Her dedication to practical solutions and transparent government makes her the right choice ...

Verobish will fight for women, children

In Pennsylvania we need representatives that stand firmly for the protection of women’s sports and keep gender ideology out of our classrooms. Every young woman who invests time, effort and resources deserves a fair chance to compete against her peers. Allowing biological males to participate, not only jeopardizes their safety but also robs them of scholarships opportunities, and even playing at all. Millions of people depend on their elected officials to shape an appropriate education. A focus on getting kids ready for adulthood. There is simply no place for concepts that ...

Trump, Republicans ruining the U.S.

What are Trump and the Republicans doing to our country? Trump lies about the economy and says that grocery prices and unemployment are lower than ever. Apparently, he and his administration have not been in a grocery store lately. Last month was the worst January for job cuts since the Great Depression. But Trump has made approximately $1.4 billion dollars since he’s been in office. When Obama was president, he deported 3 million illegals. There were no dragging people out of their homes, schools and churches. There were no beatings or killings. Obama did the job professionally. ...