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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Taking it To the Streets

by Mary Birdsong11/12/2014, 7:20 AM

In 2102, a van and a narrow patch of asphalt changed Bob Sonnenberg's life permanently.

The Way I See It

by Rebecca Styn11/12/2014, 7:10 AM

To invest, or not to invest taxpayer money in the Public Safety Radio System – that is the question.

Street Corner Soapbox: The Truth Behind the GOP's Midterm Elections Sweep

by Jay Stevens11/12/2014, 7:00 AM

The real reason the Republican Party came out on top Nov. 4.

Just Toyin' Witcha

by B. Toy11/12/2014, 5:55 AM

But wait... was The Cor-bott all just a dream?

The Writing's on the Wall: Global Summit VI

by Jim Wertz11/8/2014, 1:35 PM

Lessons from the JES Global Summit VI.

Election 2014 Cliff Notes

by Jim Wertz11/5/2014, 1:21 AM

In case you spent the night drinking instead of studying, here are the cliff notes on Election 2014.

Just Toyin' Witcha

by B. Toy11/3/2014, 4:10 PM

Can Ben Franklin save Pennsylvania from the Cor-bott?

Just Toyin' Witcha

by B. Toy11/3/2014, 4:08 PM

Welcome to Waterford!

The Age of Political Reason

by Jim Wertz11/3/2014, 9:32 AM

Politics. What's age got to do with it?

Congressional Debate Leaves Voters Wanting More...Candidates

by Jim Wertz10/31/2014, 12:06 AM

Election day is Tuesday. Let's study together.

A Tale of Two Sex Scandals

by Jim Wertz10/29/2014, 5:01 PM

A Pa. Supreme Court Justice and a Canadian radio host have very little in common, except that their sexcapades may spell the end of otherwise celebrated careers.

Geeked Out: Towerfall, SportsFriends, and Lethal League should all be next in your queue of games to play

by John Lindvay10/29/2014, 7:40 AM

Here are a several low-profile, multiplayer video games that deserve to be on your list, according to our gaming expert.

Considering the City

by Civitas member Lisa Austin10/29/2014, 7:30 AM

New Orleans' Crescent City Farmers Marketplace and what Erie could learn from it.

The Way I See It: A Look at the Upcoming Local Elections and Why Turning Out to the Polls Matters

by Rebecca Styn10/29/2014, 7:10 AM

Will we see a change in voter turnouts come Nov. 4 elections?

Street Corner Soapbox: Worst Governor Ever

by Jay Stevens10/29/2014, 7:00 AM

A plethora of reasons why Gov. Tom Corbott is simply the worst governor ever.

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