County Democrats rip Trump over cut to Ukraine aid
Chester County’s Democratic Committee (CCDC) is responding to Monday night’s disastrous decision by Donald Trump to end Congressionally-approved assistance to Ukraine.
CCDC Chair Charlotte Valyo stated “This move by the administration undermines U.S. support for Ukraine in its conflict with Russia and directly aligns with Russian interests.”
Specifically, county...
Anger was the storm that blew away Democrats
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times @mikemcgannpa
Well, that could have gone better.
For a myriad of reasons, Democrats nationally and around the commonwealth got their butts kicked in a way many — including me — didn’t see coming.
Not surprisingly, finger pointing and angst are pervasive throughout the party right now as people want to assign blame for such a devastating loss, both with Kamala...
Trump defeats Harris; local Democrats hold Congressional, legislative seats
Although Democrats had a tough night statewide and nationally — Donald Trump defeated Kamala Harris both in the commonwealth and nationally for President and Republicans won all three state row offices — locally they were able to hold their Congressional and state legislative seats in Tuesday’s election.
The US Senate race between long-time Democratic incumbent Bob Casey Jr. and Republican Dave...
Letters: Open Letter to Trump Supporters
To The Editor,
At the risk of contradicting all of the “experts” who claim that there are very few votes up for grabs in this election, I believe that a thoughtful consideration of the facts, the truth, will convince all but the most blinded MAGA adherents that they cannot vote for Trump and must vote for Harris, even if they have some genuine policy concerns. I am and have been a registered...
Op/Ed: Why Donald Trump is unfit to be President
By Christopher Kowerdovich, Special to The Times
Christopher Kowerdovich
As an Iraqi War Veteran, I know firsthand what true leadership, discipline, and service to our nation look like. We expect our leaders, both in the military and in politics, to uphold these principles. That’s why I feel the need to speak out about why Donald Trump is unfit for public office.
Pennsylvania has nearly 65,000...
Houlahan appointed to task force investigating Trump assassination attempt
U.S Rep. Chrissy Houlahan
On Monday, U.S. Rep. Chrissy Houlahan (D-6) issued the following statement:
“It’s a distinct and solemn honor to be appointed by Speaker Mike Johnson and Leader Hakeem Jeffries to serve on the bipartisan task force to investigate the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump,” said Rep. Chrissy Houlahan. “Legislation needed to establish this task...
Three truths: Biden is old; Trump is old and a criminal; and Democrats stink at politics
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times @mikemcgannpa
This much is true: Joe Biden is really, really old. Absolutely older than I would prefer as President of the United States. He walks slow — sometimes at 60, I do, too — and stumbles over his speech at times or even loses his train of thought while speaking.
He’s also been among the most effective presidents of my lifetime, which goes back to Lyndon...
Houlahan calls for removal of Perry, Jackson from Intel Committee
U.S. Rep. Chrissy Houlahan (D-6)
U.S. Rep. Chrissy Houlahan (D-6), a third-generation veteran and member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and the House Armed Services Committee, Tuesday called on Speaker of the House Mike Johnson to rescind his appointments of Rep. Ronny Jackson (R-TX) and Rep. Scott Perry (R-PA) to the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence.
Perry...
Op/Ed: Social Security must not be left behind In 2024
By Becky Corbin, Special to The Times
Becky Corbin. Times file photo.
Presumptive presidential nominees President Biden and former President Trump have a lot of stops to make on the campaign trail, and Pennsylvania will be right at the top of their list.
The Keystone State is a crucial destination for any candidate for national office, and
combined with our state’s competitive Senate race, voters...
Pay attention: we’re in uncharted territory