County needs to answer questions on mosquito spraying
By Nathaniel Smith, Columnist, The Times
The citizens’ organization Don’t Spray Me! wishes to work as much as possible with facts and evidence concerning pesticide spraying, and within the modes of democratic governance in our society.
Most of us will readily agree that the different levels of government should in turn work openly with citizens and taxpayers.
In every press release about pesticide...
It’s not even Labor Day and the voters are exhausted
I’m so tired, I haven’t slept a wink
I’m so tired, my mind is on the blink
I wonder should I get up and fix myself a drink
— “I’m So Tired” The Beatles.
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
In a week where the headlines came fast and furious, which few enjoyed unless they were playing Criminal Republican Bingo, it seems like the voting public is dividing into three groups:...
Editorial: Democracy cannot survive without a free press
Today, newspapers — digital and print — around the United States will publish editorials decrying attacks on the free press by President Donald J. Trump and other elected officials.
We at The Times join that chorus. We know we are a tiny voice — certainly in comparison with the long-established, giant metro newspapers that helped spark this day of solidarity.
We will not begin to argue that the...
The Stupid Kabuki of the statewide political races
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
My daughter is an aspiring musician/singer and as such, she often considers possible future band names — it’s a bit of a running joke between us these days.
Which is, of course, why I nominate Stupid Kabuki as both a possible addition to her list and a perfect description of Pennsylvania’s two statewide races this fall.
To be clear, Republican Scott Wagner trails...
Letter: Are we ‘safe’ with John Lawrence?
To the editor:
My name is Sue Walker, and I am the Democratic candidate for Pennsylvania House District 13.
I read your editorial assessment of the upcoming election on November 6th (Chescotimes 7/28/18) with great interest. You encapsulated a number of issues regarding our nation and state, and you predicted how the election will ultimately hurt the Republican party. Your piece was quite generous...
What are you going to do about it, kid?
By Nathaniel Smith, Columnist, The Times
After each school shooting, our national government essentially says to the survivors and their families: “Just get used to it, it’s the new normal around here.”
Or, as the Republican candidate for governor recently said to Chester County native Rose Strauss, “You’re a little young and naive” —no doubt thinking to himself: “Take that,...
Осенью этого года у местных республиканцев может быть только российская проблема
Translation: This fall, local Republicans may have a Russian problem
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
So, comrades, how was your week?
If you happen to be a Republican, and hold public office locally, the guess here is: not too great.
Between the missteps, lies, new infidelity claims (and tapes, lordy) and policy decisions of El Presidente For Life Donald J. Trump (seems about right for a would-be...
Op/Ed: How mandates raise your local school taxes
By Lisa Longo, President, Phoenixville Area School District Board of Education
Lisa Longo
Do you wonder sometimes why property taxes increase? I did and I decided to start attending school board meetings to understand. That was seven years ago. Now, as a member of our school board, I can share what I have learned.
I discovered a large part of a school district budget is mandated. Congressional and...
Letter: A safe harbor for child-victims of sex trafficking
To The Editor:
If you’re sitting in a doctor’s office and see a patient wearing handcuffs and leg shackles, your assumption is that she is a criminal. Probably a dangerous criminal. Most likely, you’ll send glances or the body language of fear, disdain and horror.
What if she isn’t a criminal?
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If Socialism comes to the U.S., it will be brought on by Republicans
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
HAVANA, Cuba — While walking the streets of this alleged “workers paradise” it was a bit hard not to see the irony when into my email box popped this messaging winner:
“PA GOP asks Democratic Congressional candidates whether they support Pelosi, Socialists, and/or Maxine Waters.” This genius move come from Pennsylvania GOP Chair Val DiGiorgio, who decided...
