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What really happened in Erie

ERIE, Pennsylvania -- The chaser on Sen. JD Vance’s (R-Ohio) trip to this all-important county in the northwestern corner of Pennsylvania came when the Republican vice presidential nominee said Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris can “go to hell” for her handling of the 2021 attack at Abbey Gate in the final days of President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from Afghanistan. Harris, for her part, has claimed that she was the last person in the room when Biden made the decision that led to the death of 13 American soldiers. It was a decision that Harris pointedly said she was ...

Stream cleaning could be key to flood prevention

Last month, nearly every county in my district was impacted by severe flooding from Tropical Storm Debby. Towns were evacuated and residents had to be rescued as flood waters engulfed homes, farms and roads. In the days following, teams of volunteers surveyed the damage and disaster relief organizations mobilized to help. Community members came out in droves to donate food, water and cleaning supplies. The resilience and determination of the people there is truly inspiring and in the face of overwhelming destruction, our first responders showed extraordinary courage and dedication. As ...

A tacit admission of policy failure

In the theater of American politics, few performances are as masterful as the Democratic Party’s current sleight of hand with Medicare costs. As we approach the election, listen closely to the well-rehearsed lines: President Biden, the valiant warrior, battling “Big Pharma” to lower costs for the common man. Vice President Harris, echoing this heroic narrative on the campaign trail. It’s a captivating story, but one that conveniently obscures an inconvenient truth. On July 29th, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) unveiled a startling revelation: Medicare Part ...

In face of DEI backlash, belonging plays key role to future success

Diversity, equity and inclusion efforts have become increasingly visible in U.S. workplaces, especially over the past five years. However, DEI has recently come under attack, with companies scaling back their DEI plans. As a professor of organizational psychology, I believe businesses should refine rather than abandon these efforts. Introducing a powerful concept, “belonging,” could hold the key. Although people mistakenly use “belonging” and “inclusion” interchangeably, their differences matter a lot – and can have a significant impact on employee satisfaction and ...

The magic of the 2024 Little League World Series: Celebrating humanity

The conclusion of the 2024 Little League World Series left a lasting impression on everyone involved. For those of us who have had the privilege of participating in this event year after year, this summer’s tournament felt uniquely special. With 20 teams – 10 from across the United States and 10 international – this year’s series was not only a showcase of remarkable talent but also an inspiring display of sportsmanship and unity. As a team host, I had the honor of working closely with the team from Texas. Witnessing their dedication, passion and journey through the tournament ...

How to steal a presidential election

Donald Trump is sending mixed messages to his supporters. One day he tells them not to bother voting, that he has all the votes he needs. The next, he says it’s very important to vote in this election. They will never have to bother voting again. Exactly what is he saying or, more importantly, why is he saying it? National elections are pyramids: each polling place verifies election totals and reports to the county. County election officials certify results and report to the state. (See PA Election Code Article III, Section 302 [k]) The state certifies it and reports to the US ...