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Jonathan Sharp: VET PFAS Act would protect veterans from ‘forever chemicals’

September 20, 2024September 19, 2024
Jonathan Sharp

The VET PFAS Act champions healthcare rights for Pennsylvania veterans facing toxic exposure at military bases.
By Jonathan Sharp

Veterans

Terry Williamson: Veterans should work for open primaries in Pennsylvania

September 30, 2022October 4, 2022
Terry Williamson
1

With nearly half of veterans in the commonwealth registered as independents, the closed primary system limits their political involvement.
By Terry Williamson

Veterans

Chris Gibbons: A prayer for the Unknown Soldier

November 11, 2021November 11, 2021
Chris Gibbons
4

Nov. 11, 2021, marks the 100-year anniversary of the first interment ceremonies at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and for Philadelphia’s Roman Catholic High School this centennial commemoration holds special significance.
By Chris Gibbons

Foreign Affairs Veterans

Terry Williamson: From today’s Afghanistan to yesterday’s Vietnam

August 24, 2021August 25, 2021
Terry Williamson
5

A Marine tries to make sense of the US withdrawal from Afghanistan in the context of the experiences he lived through in the Vietnam War
By Terry Williamson

Veterans

Michael Torres: Pause the posturing to honor veterans and victims of communism

November 11, 2019April 19, 2021
Michael Torres

When it comes to honoring our veterans, who fought and died defending us from a deadly ideology, and the countless millions who could not be saved, can’t we take a break from politics as usual?
By Michael Torres

Veterans

Ryan Manion: Here are the lessons we can learn from nation’s veterans … and their families

November 11, 2019April 19, 2021
Ryan Manion

On Veterans Day, I encourage you to thank a veteran. They’ve earned it. But, more importantly, I encourage you to also reflect on the qualities that make that person special.
By Ryan Manion

Veterans

Terry Williamson: On Sunday, come celebrate the fifth annual Philly’s Veterans Day parade

October 31, 2019April 19, 2021
Terry A. Williamson
2

“It’s important to salute veterans, and to recognize that the men and women who have served this nation are our neighbors, friends and family members who are proud of their time in uniform.”
By Terry A. Williamson

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Harper + Lamb: The four-letter word missing from the One Big Beautiful Bill: JOBS

Harper + Lamb: The four-letter word missing from the One Big Beautiful Bill: JOBS

schedule June 19 2025
ink_pen Kate Harper and Conor Lamb

In the hazy fog of hyper-partisan Washington, it’s easy to miss what is directly in front of you. That has […]

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