If you’re roughly my age, it’s wild to reflect on the optimism for the future Americans felt when Obama was elected — young Americans spontaneously took to the streets to celebrate! — and contrast with what we face today. The falloff over the past 18 years is hard to process.
Prayers for our Pennsylvania State Police. 🙏
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Eastlake Woods in Harborcreek Twp. was the site of our first Property Tax/ Rent Rebate workshop! If you are a PA resident over 65 years old, 100% disabled, or a widow or widower, you may qualify! Just call 814-455-6319 or stop in at 3921 Buffalo Rd. during business hours and we will assist you!
Congratulations to Mercyhurst University Football Assistant Coach Tom Herman on over four and a half decades of coaching! Rep. Harkins and I were honored to present him with a PA House Citation for his years of dedicated service to collegiate football! Carpe Diem!
Don’t miss our online town hall next week celebrating Black History Month and community voices. Come for a conversation about history, policy, and community priorities.
To RSVP: please contact our district office and we will send you the event link.
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Goldman: "If Trump wants to put his name on everything, as he does, then let's start calling this the Trump-Epstein files"
It’s that time of year again- petition circulation time!
If you would like to circulate or sign my petition, just send me a message! We will come to you!
Any registered Democrat in the fifth ward of the city, Wesleyville, Harborcreek, Greene, or Summit can sign or circulate!
Thank you to the League of Women Voters of the US for hosting a Legislative Forum at the Sight Center of Northwest Pennsylvania. It was a great opportunity to talk to voters about issues like education policy, immigration, and the PA budget.
Communities can apply now for state grants to preserve and promote local historic sites, with emphasis this year on America250 themes. 🇺🇸 Look for Keystone Planning Projects and Keystone Construction Projects here: 👇
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We welcomed Dr. Buckley Cook, Superintendent of the Harbor Creek School District to our office today to discuss funding for academic programs and building renovations. Harbor Creek School District student achievement makes Harborcreek Township a choice area for relocation.
My bill passes House unanimously, reaction to budget address, Valentine’s Day Unclaimed Property Search, and more in this week's eblast!
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Bad Bunny’s closing messages during his Super Bowl performance:
“The only thing more powerful than hate is love”
“Together, we are America”
Rep. Rob Matzie and me. Sometimes we get each other’s emails, sometimes photos, but we’re both proud to represent Western Pennsylvania in the PA House!
Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow! Six more weeks of winter! 😩
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Saint Luke School was presented a citation from the PA House for #CatholicSchoolsWeek. Founded by Msgr. Goodill and the Sisters of Mercy, it’s now part of Erie Catholic School System.
Thanks to Erie Catholic President Mr. Washko for joining us with principals Mrs. Kolash & Mrs. Stanopiewicz.
As Catholic Schools Week comes to a close, we recognize our amazing Catholic schools in the district.
Mercyhurst Prep was founded by the Sisters of Mercy 100 years ago and offers a rigorous curriculum.
We were proud to present a PA House Citation to the MPS students and Principal Ms. Karlinchak.
The Fulton County search warrant & its implications for the 2026 & future elections is critically important news & not getting the coverage it merits. Read my most recent piece to get the download & understand why this is such a significant development. open.substack.com/pub/joycevan...
Congratulations to local author Nick Sorensen on publishing his book “The Bright Red Little Cardinal”. I had the opportunity this weekend to support him at his book signing at Coffee in the Park. Best wishes for continued success!
Wow! This read-along of the NYT moment-by-moment leading to the murder of Alex Pretti should shake everyone awake. He was a Good Samaritan.
Agents fired at least ten shots in roughly five seconds. DHS and Pam Bondi claim Pretti approached them armed and intent on a “massacre.”
$2.65M secured for Erie, marching toward Dr. King’s dream, scholarship opportunities, and more in this week's eblast!
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Congratulation to Braden Beckes on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout with Scouting America! We were impressed with his project to construct a fruit stand for the Wesleyville Community Garden. Let’s give Braden and his family congratulatory wishes on this difficult achievement!
Organized Labor is part of the fabric of America, dating back to the 1700s with the craft guilds. I stand in solidarity with IAM local 1211 as they fight for a fair contract with Parker Lord. They could use your support on the Robinson Rd. with firewood and hand warmers in these frigid temperatures.
Students at Iroquois High School had the opportunity to discuss issues important to youth with Rep. Pat Harkins and me this week. These youth leaders had a lot on their minds, from student cell phone usage to youth access to vaping. Thank you to Mr. Fiorelli, Ms. Prather, Ms. Laird & the students!
The Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership Business After Hours is a great way for me to connect with local business owners and chamber members and listen to their needs and issues. Thank you to FRC for hosting this week’s Business After Hours!
How fortunate that we live in a country where we get to march. How unfortunate that we live in a country where we still need to march. May we continue the march toward a more perfect union, where Dr. King’s dream is a reality!
What a phenomenal speech by renowned civil rights Attorney Ben Crump at the Martin Luther King Awards Dinner last evening. It was so good seeing so many members of our community at the dinner. Congratulations to the award winners! May we always strive to make Dr. King’s dream a reality in Erie!
