Tribal convictions
Recently, 22 Republican Senators voted against the "Violence Against Women Act," including Sen. Chuck Grassley, (R-IA). His fear: If a non-Indian violates a Native American woman and they are not prosecuted they could then be tried by a tribal court on a reservation. He comments that Native American juries are incapable of trying white people fairly! Does he think the Indians are still trying to seek revenge for what happened hundreds of years ago? Perhaps he should read the Sixth Amendment to the Constitution.
Investigate
This is in reply to the person that wants the names of the people who received grants published in the paper. Well, I would also like to see what each recipient got and how much grant money is left, if any. Then, I would like to see the FBI or Attorney General called in to investigate if the money was awarded lawfully. They could also investigate the grant identified by DCED as a conflict of interest. If it is found to be a conflict of interest, I hope the taxpayers will not have to bear the cost.
Set your goals
Congratulations to Aleah Alderson, who will be heading to Harrisburg to the spelling bee. She is the first student in 10 years to achieve this. It should have been front page coverage, but the dogs took that spot. We need to encourage our young people when they reach such a goal.
Omega supreme
It is so true, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. What one sees as nature's work of art may be repulsive to another. For example, I once saw an albino spider. Most people would shudder, but I saw it as one of God's rare and unique creations. I was awed by it as I am at times when I see a white caterpillar. These are proof of the existence of a grand creator and master of the universe. As the Bible says, the alpha and omega.
Place for vets
It would be wonderful if St. Catherine's could become a veterans hospital. As a veteran, I would go for treatment and as a nurse I would love to work there.
Off the payroll
Reading the opinion piece on revolving door to legislators includes jail cells was very good. It tells how our government leaders waste money and keep politicians on the payroll. Our governor needs money for highways and bridges. Why doesn't he start with this waste, having these people off the state payroll?
Ready for spring
When is the church, fire hall or somebody going to have an all-you-can-eat potato cakes, pierogies and all that good Polish food? I can't wait for spring. This winter is getting to me.
Out of office
I agree with your opinion piece concerning lawmakers with prison records who are reassigned to public office by their friends. They should be ineligible to hold an office for at least five years, then be required to run for an office, not be reassigned.
Something worthy
Instead of being quoted in local newspapers, the unrepentant "thief" who ransacked St. Catherine's Hospital should be disseminating his lies from a jail cell. That self-styled successful businessman should have no claim to a hospital he financially drained. Hopefully in the future we will get a buyer to develop that hospital into something worthy of our community.
Wonderful shop
There is a wonderful bike shop in downtown Sunbury called Runners Roost. My husband goes there all the time.
Make room
Good news, Shamokin. You are getting the coal bucket back next year. Start cleaning up and making room for it.
Trim the fat
I would like to commend Dr. Kraynak and Thomas Ditchey for their "no" vote. They understand that you have to trim the fat first before you take money from the reserves. They are the only two school board members who are looking out for the taxpayers' dollars.
Grow up
It is a shame that Congress is still acting like a bunch of little school kids. It is about time that they start thinking of the people that put them in office.