Are you still a Republican? Find out whether these quotes agree with your worldview
By Rich Heiland, Columnist, The Times
Still a Republican? Still thinking about what a vote for Trump or any MAGA candidate gets you? Take a little test. See how many of these quotes really represent you.
The Supreme Court has made it more and more likely Trump will go in November without an election, so it’s more important than ever to see just what the Republican Party has become. Is it for...
Don’t waste your time engaging with Trump supporters; take ’em on at the polls
By Rich Heiland, Columnist, The Times
After Donald Trump’s latest horrific, anti-democracy, insulting comments, anyone who still supports him is not worth engaging with…
But, they are worth taking on at the polls. Trump and his followers have removed any doubt about who they are and what they want, and it’s not a democratic republic. Far from it.
WE LIVE IN a time when up is down; the sun...
County Democrats announce 2024 endorsements
Chester County’s Democratic Party incumbents for state Senate and House seats were all endorsed at Wednesday night’s endorsement convention leading up to the April 23 Primary Election. Only two of the General Assembly races were contested, with the 155th District’s incumbent Danielle Friel Otten receiving endorsement, and Elizabeth Moro receiving endorsement for the 160th...
If SCOTUS follows the Constitution, Trump must be booted from the ballot
By Rich Heiland, Columnist, The TimesIf our current U.S. Supreme Court is a functioning court and not a corrupt political arm of whatever the Republican Party is today, there is only one possible ruling on the Colorado decision to keep Trump of 2024 ballots
The language of both the Founders in granting states the authority over the managing of elections, and Congress and the states in 1868 when...
Sen. Comitta announces run for reelection in 2024
Carolyn Comitta
Surrounded by dozens of friends and supporters, state Senator Carolyn Comitta recently announced her re-election campaign to represent the people of Chester County in Pennsylvania’s 19th Senatorial District.
“From our world-class schools to our thriving downtown centers to our majestic natural landscapes, Chester County is the best place to live, work, and raise a family,”...
Zhang announces run for the 160th District
Sue Ellen Zhang
Sue Ellen Zhang, a dedicated wife and mother of four, today formally announces her candidacy for the position of State Representative in the 160th District. A multifaceted professional with a background in counseling, entrepreneurship, business, and education. Currently pursuing a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) degree, Sue Ellen’s research is centered on supporting...
Stare announces run for 160th House seat
Carrie Stare
Carrie Stare, announced her candidacy to represent Chester County’s and Delaware County’s 160th State House District as a Democrat on Monday.
“After careful consideration and deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that our community faces, I believe that now is the time for proactive and effective leadership. I am driven by a genuine desire to contribute to the...
Williams announces run for Attorney General
Craig Williams
Tuesday, Republican State Rep. Craig Williams (R-160), a former Federal Prosecutor and United States Marine Corps combat veteran, announced his candidacy for Pennsylvania Attorney General and released his first advertisement.
“Pennsylvania needs an Attorney General who focuses on prosecution not political posturing,” Williams remarked. “Our seniors, children, and hardworking...
Deuso announces run for 155th District Seat; seeks to become PA’s 1st transgender state rep
Erica Deuso
Erica Deuso (she/they) is a progressive transgender Democrat from Downingtown, who has officially declared her candidacy for State Representative (HD-155, Chester County) in Pennsylvania on November 8th, 2023.
Erica brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to the political landscape. Erica is a pro-labor, pro-choice, pro-environment Democrat who believes that now, on the...
Can an imprisoned Trump still be president?
By Rich Heiland, Columnist, The Times
CAN DONALD TRUMP be convicted, sentence to prison, actually go to jail and still serve as president of the United States. Well, yes, he can.
The U.S. Constitution, the ultimate arbiter, is silent on the criminality of a president.
A lot of people are assuming that if Trump is tried and convicted prior to the November 2024 general elections on all the charges...
