Opinion
Big Wins For the Environment and Pennsylvanians in 2023
These victories should compel us to rededicate ourselves to fighting for our environment – and our democracy – in 2024.
Molly Parzen
December 28, 2023
Molly Parzen
Opinion
Election 2023 Recap: Big Pro-Environment Wins in Pennsylvania to Celebrate
However, billionaires and corporate polluters will spare no expense to protect and pad their profits at the expense of the planet. We must remain vigilant heading into 2024.
Molly Parzen
November 14, 2023
Opinion
The Importance of Pennsylvania’s Judicial Elections for the Environment
Given the role of our statewide appellate courts in upholding the laws that protect our air, our water, and our vote, it’s important to vote to protect a pro-environment and pro-democracy majority on the PA Supreme Court.
Molly Parzen
October 17, 2023
Opinion
Solar for Schools: A Win for Kids, Taxpayers and Pennsylvania
Conservation Voters of PA Executive Director Molly Parzen explains why Rep. Elizabeth Fiedler’s House Bill 1032 has the potential to be transformative for the Commonwealth.
Molly Parzen
September 5, 2023
Opinion
Severe Weather Highlights Need for Swift Climate Action
The Center for Climate Integrity predicts that Pennsylvania will need to spend $15 billion by 2040 to protect the health and safety of residents from the effects of climate change.
Molly Parzen
August 4, 2023
Opinion
Protecting Our Democracy Protects Our Environment
If our elections and democratic institutions aren’t protected, the planet doesn’t stand a chance.
Molly Parzen
July 14, 2023
Opinion
Congress Must Prioritize a Farm Bill for All Americans
The expansive impact of the Farm Bill is easy to illustrate in Bucks County with its rich agricultural heritage and broad swaths of permanently preserved open space.
Molly Parzen
June 9, 2023
Opinion
Bucks County Towns Should Celebrate Earth Month by Promoting Clean Energy Policies
We need to marshal the resources at every level of government, and private business, to truly transition to a green economy powered by clean, renewable energy.
Molly Parzen
April 20, 2023
Opinion
Governor Josh Shapiro’s Budget Address Puts Environmental Priorities Front and Center
Our Democratic governor outlined an ambitious but achievable plan to secure the future of our Commonwealth’s environment for our children, grandchildren, and future generations.
Molly Parzen
March 10, 2023
State Senator Steve Santarsiero: American Democracy Is the Frog and the Water Is Starting to Boil
September 18, 2025
We should boycott ABC and all things Disney. Corporate America needs to feel the disapproval of the American People, writes the chair of the Bucks County Democrats.
Mark Zuckerberg Doesn’t Want You to Read This Book. That’s Just One Reason Why You Must.
September 17, 2025
Sarah Wynn-Williams’ book “Careless People: A Cautionary Tale of Power, Greed, and Lost Idealism” very successfully flays the many layers of scar tissue that have accumulated around Facebook/Meta scandals over the past decade.
OPINION: Judicial Elections Key to Protecting Pennsylvania’s Democracy and Our Environment
September 17, 2025
In this critical moment in our nation’s history, state courts play an essential role in protecting our rights to vote, to express ourselves and to have access to clean air and pure water.
Interview: Charlie Kirk Was ‘Face of Christian Nationalism’ Trying to Conquer the Education ‘Mountain’
September 15, 2025
University of North Georgia’s Matthew Boedy spoke to the Bucks County Beacon about his new book, “The Seven Mountains Mandate,” and how Kirk was part of this movement seeking right-wing Christian dominion over government and society.
OPINION: Democracy Requires Our Attention, All The Time
September 15, 2025
On this Democracy Day, I want us to remember: democracy isn’t just something we inherit, it’s something we build — one election, one conversation, one act of civic engagement at a time, writes Bob Harvie.
