In his role as president of the United States of America, Donald J. Trump’s words matter and can send powerful messages for good or for harm. It is the position of the Ethics Institute of […]
Many people are surprised to learn that animals are still used to test ingredients in makeup, personal care and everyday household products. However, surveys show that when properly informed about animal suffering, consumers will choose […]
If you weren’t there, you missed it. The Northeast PA Philharmonic returned to Pennsylvania on Oct. 6 with a vengeance. The problem is that most people think “Really? Do I even care?” The philharmonic is […]
Everything about President Donald Trump abhors me. However, I must categorically state that Trump is correct in condemning the ideology of globalism. He is not the sharpest tool in the shed, but his statement at […]
In the spirit of harmony amid these changing times, I urge people to vote this coming November. It’s a privilege that all too often is taken for granted. There is a man running for the […]
Become an active participant in the larger community by registering and voting. Whether rich or poor, voting provides a level playing field. If you are an ex-felon in the State of Pennsylvania, your voting privileges […]
The American Psychological Association released a statement regarding what the scientific research says about the reporting of sexual assault in light of the allegation by Christine Blasey Ford, Ph. D, with respect to Supreme Court […]
This September will mark the centennial of the United State’s Army’s greatest battle. It would be America’s major contribution to the 1918 allied offensive that ended World War I. George Marshall drew up the battle […]
Protecting the lives of victims and their families is the goal of the Domestic Violence Protection Bill, SB 501, which was passed unanimously by the Pennsylvania Senate. A companion bill, HB 2060, in the Pennsylvania […]
Regardless what side of the political fence you sit on, it’s time for the citizens, the voters, to take charge. The House and the Senate will never pass legislature to enforce term limits on themselves. […]
Recent headlines for two articles in a newspaper read, “Elysburg Sheets among 6 stores to sell beer” and “State police made 19,963 DUI arrests in 2017.” Actually, Sheetz sells beer in 86 Pennsylvania locations, and […]
I read with interest and disappointment guest columnist Michael Kinsley’s view on the Electoral College. He implies that changing or eliminating the college might open a Pandora’s Box that we may not know what will […]
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