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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.

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. 

The Fish and Boat Commission is Cracking Down on Round Gobies

by Mary Birdsong10/28/2014, 9:32 AM
Bait Shops and Anglers, Take Note 

Facebook Friends Closer By The Minute

by Jim Wertz10/26/2014, 9:56 PM
You have friends nearby. Even if you don't want them there. 

Potty-Mouthed Princesses

by Jim Wertz10/25/2014, 2:07 PM
Five little girls armed with four-letter words pack a powerful punch.

Porngate PA

by Jim Wertz10/23/2014, 11:28 PM
What's with all the porn in PA? Seriously.

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