Opinion
OPINION: What It Feels Like to Be an Immigrant Living in Trump’s America
Doylestown’s Olcay Ayata, a Turkish-American Muslim, feels unwelcome and unsafe — even as a citizen.
Olcay Ayata
July 30, 2025
Olcay Ayata
Opinion
Who We Choose to See: A Call for Fairness, Understanding, and Support in Special Education
Special education deserves more than reactive conversations and temporary concern. It deserves sustained investment, public recognition, and structural support.
Olcay Ayata
June 17, 2025
Opinion
Belonging in the Shadow of Trumpism: A Bucks County Citizen Speaks Out
Living here now means walking a line between gratitude and caution, writes Olcay Ayata.
Olcay Ayata
May 22, 2025
Opinion
Observing Ramadan in Bucks County: A Journey of Faith, Community, and Adaptation
By fostering understanding and inclusivity, we can create a Bucks County where Muslim children feel seen, fasting employees feel supported, and the beauty of Ramadan is embraced by the wider community.
Olcay Ayata
March 24, 2025
Opinion
Raising My Children in Bucks County Between Two Identities and Cultures
Ensuring our children embraced both their American and Turkish heritage wasn’t always easy, but it was worth it, writes Olcay Ayata.
Olcay Ayata
February 24, 2025
Opinion
Balancing My Muslim Identity and Community Integration in Bucks County
My faith and my engagement with the broader community are not at odds; they complement and enrich each other.
Olcay Ayata
January 29, 2025
Opinion
How Being Visibly Muslim Shapes My Interactions with Neighbors, Colleagues, and the Broader Bucks County Community
Visibility is not just about being seen; it’s about being understood, writes Olcay Ayata.
Olcay Ayata
December 19, 2024
Opinion
OPINION: Bucks County Must Be More Inclusive with Its Muslim Community
By creating more opportunities for intercultural and interfaith events, we can strengthen our community and foster greater understanding.
Olcay Ayata
November 12, 2024
Banned Books Week: A Local Reflection From a Pennridge School District Dad
October 5, 2025
When politicians order books off the shelves, they aren’t protecting kids—they’re silencing voices, narrowing choices, and undermining the very purpose of a public education, writes Darren Laustsen.
INTERVIEW: The History of Fascism and Anti-Fascism in America, with Bill Mullen and Christopher Vials
October 4, 2025
The authors of “The U.S. Anti-Fascism Reader” join The Signal to talk about their book, the rich history of anti-fascism organizing in the U.S., and the Trump Administration’s “aspirational fascism.”
Bucks County Beacon Hires Daralyse Lyons as Chief Revenue Officer
October 3, 2025
“Honestly, what excites me most about Dara’s talents is how excited she is to be part of the team and grow the organization,” said Bucks County Beacon Owner and Publisher Emily Smith.
Here’s How Bucks County State House Lawmakers Voted on Three Gun Safety Bills
October 3, 2025
Local Republicans voted against banning “ghost guns” and rejected a red flag law to keep firearms from individuals in crisis.
Voter Fraud Case for Northampton Township Republican Committee Person to Be Heard October 10
October 2, 2025
Democrats believe Bucks County’s Republican District Attorney Jennifer Schorn should recuse her office from the case.
