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Satire shaping the next generation of Americans
January 3, 2013 UNIVERSITY PARK - Satire has always played an important role in democracy, but acurrent group of television satirists are more influential than ever with American citizens, particularly younger ones... more »»
Responsibility testing, not means testing with Medicare
January 3, 2013 Those advocating means testing for Medicare benefits - forcing some to pay more despite their lifetime contributions, simply because they now earn more - should instead consider responsibility... more »»
Guns, missiles and culture
January 2, 2013 My wife, Kim, and I just returned from visiting our two children in Israel who are in school there, Kaila and Joshua. more »» 
Health insurance fraud affects all
January 2, 2013 The U.S. spends an estimated $2 trillion annually on health car. more »»
Death and taxes
December 28, 2012 In our post-election saber rattling and pre-economic cliff drop off, we have heard the continuing chant of “tax the rich.” Most people are in favor of taxing the mega wealthy for more of their riches. more »»
Study: High levels of ancient brines
December 27, 2012 UNIVERSITY PARK - Brine water that flows back from gas wells in the Marcellus Shale region after hydraulic fracturing is many times more salty than seawater, with high contents of various elements,... more »»
Legislature may be ready to help with state’s cities
December 27, 2012 Pennsylvania needs a new road map to help our cities and our towns. This is not a new revelation to me, but it seems to be catching on in the legislature. more »» 
LH Hospital thankful for 2012, committed to growth in future
December 21, 2012 JOHN ZIDANSEK We give thanks for our family, friends and community. As we celebrate the holidays, we take this opportunity to give thanks for our family, friends and our community. more »» 
Not going to play games with health insurance exchanges
December 20, 2012 Growing up, I remember watching the game show, “Let’s Make a Deal,” the centerpiece of which was forcing contestants to select an unknown prize ... to essentially gamble on making the right choice. more »»
Human services are more than just a budget line-item
December 20, 2012 On Dec. 13, the Pennsylvania Senate Democratic Policy Committee met in Erie to conduct a roundtable discussion about the Department of Public Welfare’s delivery of human service. more »»
Don’t forget about electrical safety this holiday season
December 20, 2012 There is one gift this holiday season that doesn’t need wrapping and will benefit everyone in your home: electrical safet. more »»
The dividends of self-control
December 13, 2012 By DR. GARY L. WELTON As Christmas approaches, Americans are once again spending a lot of money. With that in mind, here are some thoughts on the importance of self-control in our live. more »»
Washington’s budget con game
December 13, 2012 By SHELDON RICHMAN If the “fiscal cliff” controversy isn’t enough to convince you this government is one big fraud, what will it take? The budget mess was delivered to us by the same people who ever... more »» 
PASSHE addressing cost savings, students’ needs in final union talks
December 7, 2012 In successfully reaching agreements with six of our seven labor unions over the last approximately 15 months, the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) sought both cost savings and... more »»
Applause, Applause
December 1, 2012 Each Saturday, The Express highlights people, groups and activities our readers deem worthy of applause. more »»
To the Jersey Shore Area School Board
November 30, 2012 By BETHANY J. McCLAIN Jersey Shore I was encouraged to contact my representatives on the Jersey Shore Area School Board regarding possible consolidation of the district. more »»
Shoplifting is a pervasive crime
November 30, 2012 By JOHN MACMILLEN Shoplifting or retail theft is a violation of law and is loosely defined as intentionally taking something for retail sale depriving the merchant of the possession, use, or benefi... more »»
The hot air of secession
November 29, 2012 A white Ford F-250 pickup rumbled through town, a Confederate rebel flag on a pole behind the ca. more »»
Districts should better utilize high school guidance counselors
November 29, 2012 School counselors possess a wealth of knowledge regarding the college search and decision process. more »»
Hunting season in Pennsylvania
November 26, 2012 www.pennfuture.org It’s the time of year when an avid Pennsylvania hunter can easily find a reason to get out and enjoy our great outdoors. Squirrels are fair game from fall to spring. more »» |
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