In this op-ed, college student and Pennsylvania resident Julie Wright recounts her struggle with irregular periods and diagnosis of Primary Ovarian Insufficiency (POI), emphasizing the critical role contraceptives play in managing her condition. She argues for the necessity of accessible contraceptive options, challenging the stigma and underscoring their importance for overall health.
In this op-ed, former Governor Edward Rendell reflects on negotiating the 2004-2005 State Budget twenty years ago, which included passing the Gaming Act that introduced casino gaming to the Commonwealth. He advises lawmakers to avoid being deceived by "skill game" devices.
Olivia DeShong, a 17-year-old Pennsylvania resident, shares her dedication to political engagement inspired by John Lewis’s belief in the power of voting. She has devoted her high school years to actively registering voters in Pennsylvania and promoting democracy to ensure a true representation of America’s beliefs.
As summer arrives and we enjoy more time outdoors, it's hard not to notice the huge differences in environmental policies between the two presidential candidates. Trump's focus on fossil fuels and weakening protections has hurt states like Pennsylvania. In contrast, President Biden is investing in clean energy, environmental health, and creating green jobs, offering a hopeful vision for our planet and future.
The League of Women Voters of Pennsylvania strongly supports Governor Josh Shapiro's 2024-25 Pennsylvania budget proposes a historic increase in K-12 public education funding. There are clear benefits of investing in education, however, the State Senate hesitates, preferring tax cuts over addressing severe funding inequities that have left poorer districts underfunded and increases local tax burdens.
As Pennsylvania budget discussion begins, families of individuals with Intellectual Disabilities/Autism (ID/A) and Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in Pennsylvania are anxiously awaiting the General Assembly's decision on Governor Josh Shapiro’s FY 24/25 budget which aims to address critical underfunding and improve support services.
In this op-ed, Susan Miner and Lynn Strauss, residents of Pennsylvania, discuss how Americans face significant challenges discerning truth from fiction. They attribute the flood of disinformation and propaganda amid elections to factors such as corporate influence, social media, and political agendas.
From his failed response to COVID-19 to his role in the overturning Roe v. Wade to his new economic agenda that could cause job losses and price hikes, Donald Trump has proven he can’t protect Americans, writes Chris Edelson.
