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.
Holy Rollers, the High Court, and the Paradox of Liberty
by Jim Wertz10/7/2014, 3:17 PM
The Supreme Court tacitly upholds same-sex marriage, Scalia's gone rogue, and the Indiana State Police are cuffing for Christ. You figure it out.
The Streets are Talking and They've Got Something to Say About 2017
by Jim Wertz10/6/2014, 10:34 PM
The streets are beginning to talk about the next Mayor's race. It's worth a listen.
Rand Paul's Post-Racial American Problem
by Jim Wertz10/2/2014, 8:59 PM
If Rand Paul is in for 2016, he's going to have to face the sins of his father.
An Open Letter to Jessica Horan-Kunco
by Ben Frazier10/2/2014, 2:35 PM
Erie-native Ben Frazier asks many, many questions as he weighs in from his current home of Rochester, N.Y. In that city, they've not only embraced graffiti and street art, but they've elevated it to exalted status, celebrating it in a popular yearly festival that serves to inspire the citizenry
Corbett Unfiltered
by Ben Speggen10/2/2014, 9:58 AM
Jobs website includes posts for "exotic dancers, 'car dates,' and 'casting couch openings.'"
Facebook's Hunt for Drag Queens
by Jim Wertz10/1/2014, 11:12 PM
Facebook wants users to follow the rule, eight years after they let everyone begin to ignore them.
The Way I See It: The Jay Paterno Interview
by Rebecca Styn10/1/2014, 7:10 AM
Jay Paterno pens book exploring the life and death of his father, Joe Paterno.
Street Corner Soapbox: Emma Watson and 4chan
by Jay Stevens10/1/2014, 7:00 AM
Of all the things in all the world, mainstream stream choose to become engulfed in a nude selfie hoax.
Just Toyin' Witcha
by B. Toy10/1/2014, 6:40 AM
Welcome to the State Game Land -- now pay the toll!
"Kick 'em in the Crotch," James Traficant, Dead at 73
by Jim Wertz9/28/2014, 12:15 AM
Former Ohio Congressman James Traficant dies at age 73.
Encryption Wars Begin: Apple vs. The NSA
by Jim Wertz9/27/2014, 1:39 PM
Apple's iPhone 6 tests user-generated encryption to protect personal information.
Congressional Cowardice and the Lessons of History
by Jim Wertz9/22/2014, 8:08 AM
CBS's Bob Schieffer attacks Congressional cowardice. Hint: He's not wrong.
Occupied: The Past Tense of #Occupy
by Chris Sexauer9/17/2014, 5:00 PM
Three years after Occupy Wall Street began, what do we have to show for it?
Scotland, The Brave...but Free?
by Jim Wertz9/17/2014, 3:29 PM
The battle for Scottish Independence may not lead to freedom, but it can teach us all something about being brave.
Guest Opinion: The Population Prescription
by Jay Breneman9/17/2014, 7:35 AM
It's time we look in the mirror and stop saying "if-only."