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The MyChesCo Op-ed section is a platform for those who would like to voice their stance and express their opinions. In contrast to letters to the editor, which are letters sent by readers of MyChesCo intended for publication, this section is devoted to signed articles by commentators, essayists, humorists, and others of varying viewpoints not affiliated with the MyChesCo editorial board.
Op-Ed by State Reps. Mike Schlossberg and Stephen Kinsey In our state, 1.8 million adults struggle with a mental health condition – the overwhelming majority of those people (1.7 million) …
State Needs to Make a Greater Investment in Mental Health Read More
State Reps. Nick Pisciottano and Elizabeth Fiedler advocate for workers’ rights, emphasizing better working conditions, fair wages, and safe workplaces. They oppose anti-worker bills, reject power consolidation, and support building an inclusive economy that benefits all.
Standing With UPS Workers to Deliver Safe Workplaces and Fair Wages Read More
Op-Ed by Caitlin Alyse Baiduc – Humane Action Pennsylvania, Eastern PA Coordinator Throughout my life, friends and acquaintances alike have told me that I “feel things more deeply than most …
Putting an End to Animal Fighting: The FIGHT Act Takes the Ring Read More
Op-Ed by Nancy Murray, M.S., president of The Arc of Greater Pittsburgh and senior vice president of Achieva The PA House has passed a budget that includes a $170 million …
Taking $170M From the ID/A Budget Is Defunding, Not Saving Read More
Op-Ed by State Reps. Robert E. Merski and Chris Pielli It’s hard to turn on the news without seeing stories about the potential dangers of artificial intelligence. Rapid advances in …
Getting Ahead of AI: Why We Should Act Now to Manage an Emerging Tech Threat Read More
Op-Ed by Rep. Mike Schlossberg (D-Lehigh), House Democratic Caucus Chairman One in five Americans actively suffer from some sort of mental illness. Is that person you, or someone you love?
Investing in Mental Health Is Investing in a Better Today – and Tomorrow Read More
Op-Ed by Caitlin Alyse Baiduc – Humane Action Pennsylvania, Eastern PA Coordinator According to a 2021 report released by State Farm® (source), Pennsylvania ranks first in the nation for the …
The Vital Importance of Wildlife Corridors: House Resolution 87 Paves the Way for Pennsylvania’s Biodiversity Read More
I am the mother of three adults with intellectual disabilities. Personally, and professionally, I have advocated for people in the ID/A community for more than 40 years.
Mom Asks Legislators: When Will It Be Our Turn? Read More
Op-ed by State Rep. Darisha Parker, D-Philadelphia Imagine losing your cognitive ability while your body stays in healthy condition. Think about watching your family member’s cognitive ability decline and facing …
Expand Access to Life Saving Alzheimer’s Drug Read More
Op-Ed by State Representative Lisa A. Borowski – PA 168 Alzheimer’s disease is a fatal, progressive illness impacting millions of Americans each day. Past inability to treat the causes of …
Don’t Delay Hope for Those with Alzheimer’s Read More