Op/Ed: Harris leadership — fiscally responsible and environmentally sustainable
By Erica Deuso, Special to The Times
Erica Deuso
Vice President Kamala Harris serves as a beacon of hope and resilience, leading transformative change for America amid pressing environmental and economic challenges. In this critical election cycle, the stakes have never been higher for the health of our planet and the financial security of American families. With a balanced, inclusive approach,...
Letter: Chesco legislators standing against polluters
To The Editor,
As we near election day, voting for those whose first priority is our health and environment is extremely important for our future. Unfortunately, most Pennsylvania state legislators are severely lacking in their duty to address one of the most threatening crises facing us: climate change. Pennsylvania is the fourth biggest carbon dioxide emitter in the United States, and the recent...
Letter: Meehan isn’t representing our values on environment
To The Editor,
I am a constituent in Pennsylvania’s District 7, and Pat Meehan is my congressional representative. I am very concerned that Meehan isn’t representing my values, particularly when it comes to his voting record on the environment. So, I helped create and signed this open letter to Meehan about the environment. We will be delivering this letter to his office in person. I encourage...
Is your toothpaste killing fish?
Plastic microbeads in toothpaste and other consumer products an increasing problem
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
Plastic microbeads found in many personal care products are being found in the waters of the great lakes. Why is this a concern? First until recently I never really thought too much about those little beads in my facial scrub, body wash and toothpaste. ...
