Friday, October 31, 2014
Thursday, October 30, 2014
Wednesday, October 29, 2014
Tuesday, October 28, 2014
Monday, October 27, 2014
Gov. Corbett predicts re-election win on November 4
The pundits, pollsters and liberal media have written him off, but Gov. Tom Corbett is confident Pennsylvania voters will give him a second term.
Gov. Corbett claims internal polling shows him closing in on Tom Wolf | Local News - WTAE Home
Gov. Corbett claims internal polling shows him closing in on Tom Wolf | Local News - WTAE Home
Sunday, October 26, 2014
Saturday, October 25, 2014
Ryan Costello endorsed by Philadelphia Inquirer
Here's a mild surprise. The Philadelphia Inquirer, Pennsylvania's
largest newspaper but with a left-leaning editorial board, has endorsed
Republican Ryan Costello for Pennsylvania's 6th Congressional District.
There's no doubt that Costello is far more qualified than his Democratic
challenger, but the Inquirer endorses Democrats 99 percent of the time.
Read the full endorsement editorial here.
Read the full endorsement editorial here.
Friday, October 24, 2014
Thursday, October 23, 2014
Wednesday, October 22, 2014
Unions Bankroll Candidates on the Backs of Taxpayers
If you're wondering who is bankrolling Democrat Tom Wolf's bid for
Pennsylvania governor, it's public-sector unions (and they expect to get
paid if Wolf becomes governor.)
Unions Bankroll Candidates on the Backs of Taxpayers
Pennsylvania governor, it's public-sector unions (and they expect to get
paid if Wolf becomes governor.)
Unions Bankroll Candidates on the Backs of Taxpayers
Tuesday, October 21, 2014
Monday, October 20, 2014
Sunday, October 19, 2014
Saturday, October 18, 2014
Thursday, October 16, 2014
Tom Wolf severence tax would hurt Pa. county budgets
Pennsylvania
counties have received millions of dollars from the natural gas
industry in the form of "impact fees" in recent years but Democrat Tom
Wolf, who is running for governor, wants to impose new taxes on the
industry, which would reduce the impact fees or eliminate them entirely.
Wolf's plan would funnel more money into public education (already
getting $10 billion from the state) but would reduce money for county
and municipal governments.Earlier today, State Rep. Tom Murt, R-152nd Dist.,, Montgomery County Commissioner Bruce Castor and former Montgomery County Commissioner Tom Ellis held a press conference on the steps of the Montgomery County Courthouse in Norristown to discuss the benefits of the impact fee in Montgomery County.
The presentation was one of 50 that took place across Pennsylvania as part of the "Commonwealth Day of Truth" campaign organized by the Republican Party of Pennsylvania.
Wednesday, October 15, 2014
Fact Checker: Democrats Blaming GOP for Cuts to CDC 'Absurd'
The Democratic Party should change its name to the Pinocchio Party considering all the lies it tells.
WaPo Fact Checker: Charge: Blaming GOP for Cuts to CDC 'Absurd' | Truth Revolt
WaPo Fact Checker: Charge: Blaming GOP for Cuts to CDC 'Absurd' | Truth Revolt
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
Shocker! PA Teachers' Union Endorses Ryan Costello for Congress
Stop the Presses! You better be sitting down for this one.
Pennsylvania's largest teachers' union, which endorses Democrats 99.99%
of the time, has endorsed Republican Ryan Costello in the race for
Pennsylvania's 6th Congressional District over Democrat Manan Trivedi.
Here's the official press release from the Costello for Congress campaign:
PSEA Recommends Ryan Costello Over Opponent in PA-6
WEST CHESTER, PA – A strong supporter of public education, Ryan Costello – the Republican candidate for Congress in Pennsylvania’s 6th District -- has received the support of the Pennsylvania State Education Association (PSEA) and the National Education Association (NEA) Fund for Children and Public Education. The NEA Fund for Children and Public Education serves as the political voice of more than 3 million elementary and secondary teachers, higher education faculty, education support professionals, school administrators, retired educators, and students preparing to become teachers.
Here's the official press release from the Costello for Congress campaign:
PSEA Recommends Ryan Costello Over Opponent in PA-6
Pennsylvania
State Education Association says "Costello firmly believes that
supporting quality public education for all children is a right for
every child."
WEST CHESTER, PA – A strong supporter of public education, Ryan Costello – the Republican candidate for Congress in Pennsylvania’s 6th District -- has received the support of the Pennsylvania State Education Association (PSEA) and the National Education Association (NEA) Fund for Children and Public Education. The NEA Fund for Children and Public Education serves as the political voice of more than 3 million elementary and secondary teachers, higher education faculty, education support professionals, school administrators, retired educators, and students preparing to become teachers.
“Mr.
Costello firmly believes that supporting quality public education for
all children is a right for every child,” said Korri Brown, President of
the Southeastern Region for the PSEA, which represent 182,000 educators
and retired educators in Pennsylvania. “He comes from a long line of
family members, including his parents, who have dedicated their lives to
children and our schools. He is a person that understands the world
that teachers and education professionals work and live in and we
believe he will be a strong advocate for our members if elected.”
Brown
noted that the Southeastern Region PSEA/PACE is a bipartisan group the
has recommended eight Republicans and eight Democrats this year for the
general election based on their positions on issues important to the
organization’s members. Brown said the PSEA team interviewed and
closely examined both candidates in this race, which included interviews
with both candidates, and decided that Costello was the candidate best
suited to support public education in Washington.
Karen
White, Director of Campaigns and Elections for the NEA, added to
Brown’s comments, thanking Costello for his “commitment to policies that
foster great public schools for every child.”
“Both
of my parents were Pennsylvania public school teachers, so I know the
value and importance of a good education,” said Costello. “We need to
ensure that we are providing our young people a strong academic
foundation to prepare them for success later in life. I have the utmost
respect for our teachers and other educators who play a vital role in
instilling in our children a desire to learn, so their support means a
great deal to me. I look forward to working with school leaders,
teachers, and parents to improve our educational system and provide
educators with the tools and funding needed to meet the educational
needs of our young people.”
Costello
also noted that he has serious concerns about the implementation of No
Child Left Behind and Common Core standards. “I believe the federal
government is too involved in micromanaging education at the local
level,” said Costello. “As someone who grew up at a dinner table
listening to discussions about education, I believe we need to return
more control to local school districts and teachers to allow for greater
innovation. We cannot have a one size fits all mentality when it comes
to our children’s education.”
The
NEA joins a growing list of organizations that have formally backed
Ryan Costello’s campaign for Congress. Other groups endorsing Costello
include the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the National Federation of
Independent Business (NFIB), the Southeastern Pennsylvania Chambers of
Commerce (SEPAC), the Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry,
and the Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Monday, October 13, 2014
Greek Food Bazaar Returns to Berks County on Oct. 17-18-19
READING – The largest ethnic food festival in Berks County returns this weekend for its 44th year at Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church.
In addition to authentic Greek food and pastry, the three-day festival (Oct. 17-18-19) features live music, folk dancing, gift rooms and church tours.
New this year is The Plaka, where local crafters will be selling their wares, as well as children’s activities, including a train ride. Also new is an expanded seating area under an outdoor tent, which will offer new food choices and music/dancing to the sounds of the band Enosi, which will perform Saturday from 6-10 p.m. (There is cover charge for the Enosi performance).
“The food has always been the big draw at the Bazaar, but we’re trying some new things this year to give younger families and young adults more activities,” said Achilleas Lambriodes, who is chairman of the outdoor activities. “There’s a lot more to see and do this year.”
The food is prepared and cooked on the premises by church members using family recipes handed down through generations. All food items are available to eat-in in or take-out.
Athenian-style chicken platters, which comes with Pastitsio or rice pilaf, Greek-style string beans, a Greek salad, roll and butter for $12 will be offered all weekend in the main dining hall. You can substitute Plaki (fresh fish fillet baked with vegetables, herbs and wine) or Souvlaki (chunks of marinated pork) on the platter meal.
There are also a la carte items such Gyro (marinated beef and lamb slices) and Souvlaki (pork shis-ke-bob) sandwiches; Calamari (squid) cooked in tomatoes and wine; Moussaka (eggplant casserole); Arni Psito (roast lamb cooked with herbs); and Pastitsio (layered Greek pasta, seasoned with chopped beef topped with béchamel sauce).
A variety of imported Greek wines and spirits, including Ouzo, an anise-flavored liqueur, are available, as well as domestic and imported beers.
While enjoying a meal in the main dining hall, visitors will be treated to Greek music by Stavros & Maria, a brother-sister duo who are also members of the church.
The church’s youth dance group, Kefi, will perform traditional Greek dances wearing colorful costumes on Saturday and Sunday afternoons.
After a hearty meal, there’s plenty to see and do on the church grounds. The Agora (Greek market) offers packaged Greek foods and prepared dishes to go. The Kafenio (Greek coffee house) features fresh-brewed Greek-style coffee, rice pudding and pastries in a relaxed atmosphere.
Visitors can also shop for original artwork, gold jewelry and items imported from Greece in various gift rooms.
A popular stop for all visitors is the pastry room, where you can sample Baklava (almonds, butter and honey layered in flaky pastry), Teelikta (walnuts, butter and honey rolled in flaky pastry); Kourabiethes (butter cookies topped with powdered sugar); Koulourakia (Greek twisted butter cookie); and Galaktobouriko (a filo pastry filled with custard and moistened with honey syrup).
Another Greek delicacy offered throughout the weekend is Loukoumades (puffed honey balls), a warm, dough pastry topped with syrup, cinnamon and chopped nuts.
Tours of the church interior, which features one of the largest collections of Byzantine iconography in the United States, are offered on the hour throughout the weekend.
Bazaar hours are noon to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday. Admission and parking are free. Additional parking is available at the adjacent Berks Catholic High School. The event will be held rain or shine.
The church is located at 1001 E. Wyomissing Blvd., about one mile from Business Route 222 South (Lancaster Avenue).
For more information, call 610-374-7511 or visit www.stsconstantinehelen.org
Memo to Tom Wolf: Size matters
Further proof that Democrat Tom Wolf doesn't have a clue about
Pennsylvania government. Philadelphia Daily News columnist John Baer
can't believe Wolf doesn't think the Pennsylvania Legislature is too
big. (It's the largest full-time state legislature in the country and
costs Pennsylvania taxpayers more than $300 million a year. The bloated
size of the Legislature - 253 members - allows do-nothing politicians to
hide in the crowd.)
John Baer: Memo to Tom Wolf: Size matters
Pennsylvania government. Philadelphia Daily News columnist John Baer
can't believe Wolf doesn't think the Pennsylvania Legislature is too
big. (It's the largest full-time state legislature in the country and
costs Pennsylvania taxpayers more than $300 million a year. The bloated
size of the Legislature - 253 members - allows do-nothing politicians to
hide in the crowd.)
John Baer: Memo to Tom Wolf: Size matters
Saturday, October 11, 2014
Friday, October 10, 2014
Thursday, October 09, 2014
Democratic PA Attorney General Kathleen Kane Doubles Security Detail
Pennsylvania taxpayers are paying more to provide security for the state's controversial attorney general.
EXCLUSIVE: Attorney General Kathleen Kane Doubles Security Detail - WHP CBS 21 Harrisburg - Top Stories
Wednesday, October 08, 2014
Analysis: Tom Wolf's "Fresh Start" Plan Requires Huge Tax Increases in Pa.
If you're planning to vote for Democrat Tom Wolf for Pennsylvania governor, you should do so knowing that his spending plans will require a 121% increase in the state income tax. So if you feel you're not paying enough taxes, then Tom Wolf is your man.
Analysis: Wolf's "Fresh Start" Plan Requires Huge Tax Increases
Analysis: Wolf's "Fresh Start" Plan Requires Huge Tax Increases
Tuesday, October 07, 2014
Monday, October 06, 2014
Sunday, October 05, 2014
Saturday, October 04, 2014
Guest Column: A Health Fear of Ebola is Advisable
For
decades now, Hollywood has been producing thrillers about the rapid
spread of disease. Many are pure fiction, with the disease resulting in
brain-craving zombies. Others have the air of
reality, like 1995’s blockbuster “Outbreak.”
We
can’t help but recall images from movies when we think of the very real
Ebola outbreak. But right now, the most important thing is to get the
facts about what Ebola really is, what is going
on in Africa and what is being done here in the U.S. to prevent spread
of the disease.
First,
Ebola is a virus that can infect humans and primates such as monkeys
and chimpanzees. It was first discovered in 1976 and there have been
sporadic outbreaks in Africa over the following
decades.
The
disease is not spread like the flu or the common cold. It cannot spread
through the air, only through contact with bodily fluids of someone
with symptoms. While early symptoms can appear
similar to other fevers, extreme bleeding, diarrhea and vomiting
develop over the coming days. Up to two out of three people who contract
Ebola may lose their life to the disease.
The
current outbreak started in Guinea in the spring of this year. It
spread to the neighboring countries of Sierra Leone and Liberia. It has
moved from smaller villages to larger cities, including
the capital of Liberia, Monrovia.
While
the World Health Organization has recorded over 3,000 deaths, they also
say that this figure may be unreliable since none of the three nations
have a modern public health system. That
fact has been a critical factor in the spread of Ebola.
Medicine
in West Africa looks almost nothing like what it does here. Where there
are medical facilities, they are often open to the air. There may only
be one doctor
available to treat patients and nurses typically have only basic training.
In
Africa, myths about the spread of Ebola abound. Many falsely believe
that the disease is actually being spread by people trying to disinfect
areas with chlorine. Personnel in protective
equipment are often feared more than actual carriers of the disease.
By
contrast with Africa, the United States has a sophisticated health
system to prevent the spread of any disease. The Centers for Disease
Control, based in Atlanta, is the premier organization
in the world for studying and preventing communicable diseases.
In
mid-September, I received a briefing from CDC Director Dr. Tom Frieden
while he was in Washington. Dr. Frieden had just returned from Africa,
where he witnessed firsthand the situation.
I then again spoke with Dr. Frieden after the announcement that a man
in Dallas had been diagnosed with Ebola. I am confident that right now
CDC is doing its best job and that they have adequate resources.
The
CDC has been preparing for the possibility that someone would enter the
country with the disease. Hospitals have received instructions about
how to isolate, test and treat patients. More
than 100 CDC staff are in the affected countries and hundreds more are
doing work here in the U.S.
Ebola
can only be spread by people who are showing symptoms. Currently,
anyone getting on a plane in the affected countries is being tested for
fever. However, given that the Dallas patient
didn’t come down with a fever until arriving in the U.S., there may
need to be more restrictions on travel. In fact, British Airways chose
to suspend flights without a government order.
Africa
is where Ebola started and it is where is must be stopped. It is
important to know exactly why President Obama sent U.S. military
personnel to the affected countries.
Service
members are not treating patients. They are filling a much needed
logistical role in coordinating the response. They are making sure that
airports are functioning, ferrying in supplies.
They are setting up tent hospitals so that more patients can be
isolated and treated. They are also training additional nurses in how to
combat Ebola.
This
is low-risk work that could yield great rewards. The more people in
Africa who contract Ebola, the greater the risk to the rest of the
world. Sitting by idly is a recipe for disaster.
I
will not say that there is absolutely nothing to fear. Ebola is a
serious and deadly disease. What is needed is a healthy fear, based in
real knowledge of the disease. Knowledge is the first
weapon in preventing the spread of disease.
For more information visit www.cdc.gov.
Friday, October 03, 2014
Thursday, October 02, 2014
Big money flows into Pennsylvania gubernatorial campaign
Unions and the education establishment are funding Democrat Tom Wolf's
campaign so you know right away that Pennsylvania taxpayers will get the
shaft if he's elected governor.
Big money flows into Pennsylvania gubernatorial campaign
campaign so you know right away that Pennsylvania taxpayers will get the
shaft if he's elected governor.
Big money flows into Pennsylvania gubernatorial campaign
Wednesday, October 01, 2014
Berks County Business Group Endorses Ryan Costello for Congress
Here's a press release from the Costello for Congress campaign:
WEST
CHESTER, PA – The Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce and Industry
(GRCCI) announced today that it has unanimously endorsed Ryan Costello
for Congress in Pennsylvania's 6th Congressional District. The GRCCI -- the largest business organization in the Berks County
region -- endorsed Costello based on his positions on key public policy
affecting business, economic development, jobs and quality of life
issues.
Previous small business endorsements for Costello include:
- U.S. Chamber of Commerce
- National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB)
- Southeastern Pennsylvania Chambers of Commerce (SEPAC)
- Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry.
"The
key to strong, vibrant local communities is a solid, competitive
business environment that is able to grow and create new job
opportunities for local residents," said Costello. "I have a strong
record of working closely with the local business community as a county
commissioner. If elected to represent local residents in Congress, I
will continue to champion policies that reduce costly, unnecessary
regulations and taxes that stifle the ability of our local businesses to
thrive and increase jobs."
Secret Service latest Obama scandal
It's no coincidence that every agency of government is run by an
incompetent Obama appointee. That's what you get when liberals run the
government.
Secret Service: the surprise scandal hit of the fall season | Human Events
incompetent Obama appointee. That's what you get when liberals run the
government.
Secret Service: the surprise scandal hit of the fall season | Human Events
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