Two Allegheny County Council members have introduced an ordinance which would ban the use of tear gas and rubber bullets within the county. A first reading of the ordinance is scheduled for tonight. Contact your council members and let them know your thoughts on this change in the law.
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America is in chaos. Since the horrific killing of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police officers, protestors have taken to the streets demanding justice. Unfortunately, in too many cities these peaceful protests have been co-opted by those with violence and destruction as their goal. In too many cities mayors have not fulfilled their duty to protect their citizens and have allowed the looters and destroyers to take control of the streets, killing and burning. Police are being targeted.
Read MoreVoter integrity is key in any election and much depends upon this primary election. Several steps have been taken in Allegheny County which raises many questions about the very real possibility of voter fraud and even voter suppression. Please read this in-depth analysis by former Allegheny County Councilwoman Sue Means and take the steps she recommends.
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As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to be the top story around the world and as state governors begin, at least considering, some sort of reopening strategy most Americans have a lot of questions. The foremost for me is how did we get here and what could the successful government mandate that the healthy quarantine mean if/when a future pandemic rears its head. Today we are going to take a look at HIPPA and the way the government uses your data, the storage and use of baby DNA and the contact tracing being encouraged to battle COVID-19.
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Primary election day is finally here! June 2 is the rescheduled date and this election, like all others, is extremely important. You’ll be voting for President, US House of Representatives several statewide races, state representative and odd-numbered state senate seats. Check out our congressional voter guide.
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