Opinion

Sometimes left, sometimes right, but always bold. These are the opinions of Erie Reader contributors, but not necessarily those of the ER editors, staff, or advertisers.

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Author Margot Mifflin Explores the History of Women's Tattoos during the 2016 Penn State Behrend Gender Conference

by Dan Schank3/2/2016, 4:00 PM

In Penn State Behrend's Reed Hall, Mifflin will examine this increasingly popular marker of self expression to reveal "how it reflects gendered interests, anxieties or status."

The Cold Realities of a Warming World

by Ed Zygmunt3/2/2016, 1:00 PM

How climate change is threatening wildlife habitat – and its related industries – throughout Pennsylvania.

Harrisburg Happenings: March 2, 2016

by Sean Wiley3/2/2016, 11:45 AM

Only unity can save us from the ominous storm cloud of inaction hanging over this Commonwealth.

Just a Thought: March 2, 2016

by Katie Chriest3/2/2016, 11:30 AM

The upside of riding downtown

Erie At Large: The educational costs of children in poverty

by Jim Wertz3/2/2016, 11:15 AM

According to the Pa. Department of Education, the average number of public school students living in poverty in 2006 was nearly 80 percent districtwide.

Considering the City: Arts & Culture Economy

by Lisa Austin, Civitas2/17/2016, 5:15 PM

Arts revive and hone our humanity, contribute to social interactions, foster innovation, and attract and retain human capital to the region, thus enriching our economy.

Jen Sorensen Cartoons: February 17, 2016

by Jen Sorensen2/17/2016, 5:00 PM

Scandal: President to Nominate Supreme Court Justice

Erie At Large: Fishing for free riders: unions after Friedrichs.

by Jim Wertz2/17/2016, 3:00 PM

Friedrichs v. California Teachers Association, the Court was asked to consider whether or not union fees, known as "fair share" or "agency" fees, violate the First Amendment.

Disunified Erie Reveals Deeper Community Problems

by Ben Speggen2/17/2016, 1:45 PM

The divisive conversation continues.

Pennsylvania Continues to Lead on America's Clean Power Plan

by Gretchen Dahlkemper2/3/2016, 1:15 PM

Obstructionist attempts to delay action are denied in court.

Erie At Large: UnifiedErie call-ins deserve a voice

by Jim Wertz2/3/2016, 1:00 PM

A crowd filled Erie City Council chambers on Jan. 31 to better understand the methods driving the plan to reduce violence across Erie County.

Erie Needs the Energy to Turn Itself Around: Wind Energy

by Ben Speggen2/3/2016, 11:15 AM

In addition to solar potential, we also have a lot of wind. Thus, we must have a lot of answers blowin' about in it.

Harrisburg Happenings: February 3, 2016

by Sean Wiley2/3/2016, 10:30 AM

Happy New Year to all. May 2016 bring positivity in all aspects of life.

The Uncertain Future of the Land and Water Conservation Fund

by Ed Perry1/20/2016, 12:15 PM

Congress has offered a short-term reprieve, but there's more work ahead if we hope to protect regional recreation sites.

Considering the City: Let's Manufacture some Prosperity

by By: Greg Dillon and Lisa Austin1/20/2016, 12:00 PM

We know how to make things here.

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