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Disappointment felt on cusp of our 250th

Letters to the Editor

I thoroughly enjoyed watching the recent Netflix documentary, “Miracle – The Boys of 80,” the story of our USA hockey team which miraculously defeated Russia 45 years ago in Lake Placid, N.Y. It reminded me that intense pride in America is an emotion I’ve totally lost under Trump’s unbridled, authoritarian presidency. I can’t sing the National Anthem in a public gathering any more. If I chose to fly the stars and stripes in front of my home, I’d feel compelled to unfurl Old Glory upside down because of the distress of incompetent, corrupt leadership we experience ...

Vote Verobish on March 17

Letters to the Editor

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

Letters to the Editor

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 ...

Higher ed deserves real conversation

Editorials

Sian Leah Beilock, president of Dartmouth College, a private Ivy League research university located in Hanover, N.H., presented a bold assessment of higher education in this country in an opinion article she wrote for the Jan. 26 edition of the Wall Street Journal. No doubt the bold assessment presented by Beilock was not received kindly by many educators across America. Therefore, Beilock’s views should be a starting point for in-depth discussion and debate even in places like the six-county Southern Alleghenies region (Blair, Cambria, Somerset, Bedford, Huntingdon and Fulton ...

Vote Verobish on March 17

Letters to the Editor

As a member of the Blair County Republican Committee, I would encourage all voters in the 79th District to vote on March 17th for Andrea Verobish. Voters in the 79th District will have the unique and historic opportunity to vote in a special election for state representative, and I believe that Andrea Verobish will represent us well. State Rep. Lou Schmitt strongly advocated for our district, and I believe that Andrea’s conservative principles, such as pro-life policies, school choice, lower taxes and energy dominance will help our district in Harrisburg. Again, please encourage ...

Special election matters; Verobish ready

Letters to the Editor

Republican voters of Pennsylvania’s 79th District: this Saint Patrick’s Day, March 17, get out and vote. This is a special election, and those don’t come along often. Turnout matters more than ever, and every Republican vote is critical to keeping Republican representation strong in the House. Do not risk letting the Democratic candidate represent you. I proudly support Andrea Verobish for State Representative. Andrea has real experience — working on the front lines for two state representatives, John Eichelberger and Congressman GT Thompson. Fighting alongside two proven ...