Letters to the Editor category, Page 324

The benevolent Republicans had few legal specifics in their confrontation of Michael Cohen, so they resorted to heartless name-calling, caustic accusations and berating comments toward an obviously remorseful and repentant man. With their “holier than thou” soliloquies, they chose to abandon and bare their souls above human principals and dignity...

I am proud to say that I have friends who arrived in the United States a few years ago from Russia. They paid the fees, jumped through all the hoops, put in the time and arrived here the legal way. My Russian friends also worked, studied and jumped through all...

Regarding the Rev. Tony Josephs’ letter “Not true Democrats”: I detest being called a liberal, socialist and communist. I believe in doing what’s right and good for all Americans, a balanced approach for the rich and poor. Do you put God first, or do you put the Republican Party first?...

Democrats don’t hate Jews I am first of all an American. I am second of all a Jewish American. I am third of all a Democrat. I find it insulting and opportunistic that Christian Republicans are telling me that the Democratic Party hates Jews. This the same Republican Party that...

Anti-Trump bias the mainstream media builds into their stories often misleads the public with Democratic talking point lies. Recent stories that note Trump’s tax cuts didn’t help the middle class because tax refunds are, on average, lower in 2018, is an example. Tax refunds are not a relevant measure of...

I’m sorry that another young man died at the hands of the police. However, I am angry at the stupidity of people protesting that they want justice for Antwon Rose. He got justice. Michael Rosfeld was tried and was found not guilty by white and black jurors. They don’t want...

I take issue with the photograph and headline editors chose to accompany an article about possible protests regarding the police shooting of Antwon Rose II (“Some preparing, others bracing, for start of police shooting trial in Pittsburgh,” March 18, TribLIVE). The article seemed intended to capture the support that the...

I have been a lifelong passionate golfer and follow the PGA Tour every day. I am shocked and dismayed by the comment by Justin Rose (No. 2 in world rankings) that he is grateful he has Morgan Stanley to help him make “difficult decisions” while having a portfolio of $10...

The savage creature who mowed down peaceful Muslims at worship in New Zealand committed this atrocity while basking in the glow of knowing that his grievances against those who are not white would be broadcast throughout the world and that first and foremost, we would remember him for all time,...

Finding points of unity in this political climate is similar to panning for gold, yet our brethren on the eastern side of the state have done it. Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney signed into law a bill introduced by City Councilman William Greenlee banning the phenomenon of cashless stores. While the...

In response to the article, “Westmoreland commissioner endorses chief of staff in Republican primary” (March 14, TribLIVE): Chuck Anderson sent a clear message that a vote for Sean Kertes is a vote for Gina Cerilli. Apparently the minority commissioner likes the status quo and couldn’t bring himself to endorse a...

Can someone please tell me why on earth we need self-driving cars? This is one of the biggest wastes of time, money and technology I’ve ever seen. Not only that, but you still need to sit behind the wheel. What’s the advantage, and who gets sued when your so-called self-driving...

With so much talk about socialism, maybe we should think about why people are thinking that way, rather than condemning them. Many people think a single-payer health care system is a better option due to the inadequacies of the present system. I am dealing with something that is causing me...

Regarding the article “Election officials campaign for poll workers in Allegheny, Westmoreland counties”: There are many ways to find poll workers that our counties don’t use, For instance: •Allow split shifts. The 15-hour day currently required of poll workers is just not possible for many people. However, allowing split shifts...

I was one of the “fortunate 500” to attend Stage Right’s amazing production of “Children of Eden” at the Palace Theatre March 9 (“Stage Right apparently sets record with ‘Children of Eden,’ awaits official word from Guinness,” March 10, TribLIVE). The show, involving well over 100 participants and volunteers, was...

I would like to thank Community Engagement Editor Lori Falce and the Tribune-Review staff for providing the most honest newspaper in the area. You give both sides of an agenda on your Opinion page. It’s so refreshing to not feel bias in editorials. I have read things written by Democrats,...

Please, George Wandell, tell me that your letter “Let’s eliminate unproductives” (March 9, TribLIVE) was simply tongue-in-cheek and not a serious opinion. Surely you jest. Do you not know others in their 60s, 70s, 80s and beyond who are still making meaningful contributions to their communities? I cannot imagine how...

Now that the new Democrat-controlled Congress has been seated, it is obvious that the circus has moved into the swamp. Led for the time being by ringmaster Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who on the heels of her recent declaration that the world would end in 12 years due to global warming has...

Letter-writer Robert Jedrzejewski’s reasoning for the hate directed at President Trump is interesting (“Trump ‘hate’ is justified,” March 6, TribLIVE). He mentions fraud, narcissism, rudeness, lewdness, crudity, bullying, bigotry and arrogance — he could talking about any politician, old or new. You try to impress using eloquent words to describe...

Here’s why I love President Trump. Do I believe he would: Speak and tweet without thinking? Yes Chased and was a dog with women? Yes Used every legal means to pay lower taxes? Yes Whisper to enemies: “Tell Vladimir I’ll have more flexibility after the election”? No Ignore pleadings for...

In January, Gov. Tom Wolf announced he was considering the legalization of marijuana and has sent Lt. Gov. John Fetterman on a listening tour to get input from state residents (“Fetterman’s marijuana tour stop in Greensburg draws large, divided crowd,”). In a Jan. 24 press release stating his support of...

As reported by the Associated Press Feb. 25, many companies who produce consumer products are now making the effects of climate change a major part of their look ahead to a planet where increasing heat will alter what people buy. But once again, the United States is falling behind in...

I recently struck up a conversation with a local high school history teacher in a restaurant. I pointed out that the Democratic Party is split and is going toward socialism. He denied that, and said he has been a Democrat all his life and doesn’t see anything different in the...

The double standard stood out in Congress when the Democratic-controlled House passed a hate resolution without mentioning the name of Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota, who made anti-Semitic comments (“Rep. Ilhan Omar’s comments prompt House Democrats to craft anti-Semitism measure,” March 4, TribLIVE). On the other hand, Republican Rep....

I often read articles concerning the advantages of electric cars. Every time I have to think, where does the power come from? Wind, solar? More than likely a coal-fired power plant. So we continue to pollute. So long as we can’t see the smoke. This is just more side-stepping the...