Opinion
On the Anniversary of James Baldwin’s ‘The Fire Next Time’
This classic work holds its relevance 60 years later.
David Shih
July 13, 2023
Opinion
Opinion
Pennsylvania’s Prayer Warrior: Abby Abildness and Her Dominionist Crusade in the Commonwealth
The New Apostolic Reformation, a dominionist movement, wants to claim the “Seven Mountains” of society for God. It’s Abby’s job to conquer Pennsylvania’s government mountain.
Jennifer Cohn
July 11, 2023
Opinion
How to Solve Homelessness in the United States
Our economic priorities have created a serious housing crisis and fueled homelessness. Solving the problem simply requires us to change our priorities from profits to people.
Sonali Kolhatkar, Independent Media Institute
July 10, 2023
Opinion
What It Was Like Being a Media Member at the Moms for Liberty Summit in Philadelphia
“They managed our presence in a way I’d never experienced before. Frankly, it felt a bit like I was a journalist being followed by the CCP,” noted photojournalist Zach Roberts.
Pat LaMarche
July 7, 2023
Opinion
Why Workers Demand Julie Su’s Confirmation as Labor Secretary
Joe Biden nominated Su for the Cabinet post on February 28, but the Senate has yet to vote.
Tom Conway, Independent Media Institute
July 7, 2023
Opinion
Bucks County Residents Participate in ‘Never Vanguard’ Launch
We believe strongly that Vanguard is on a reckless course, and we refuse to be complicit.
Hans Peters
July 5, 2023
Opinion
What Is the Difference Between Nationalism and Patriotism?
The words nationalism and patriotism are sometimes used as synonyms, such as when Trump and his supporters describe his America First agenda. But many political scientists, including me, don’t typically see those two terms as equivalent – or even compatible.
Special to The Bucks County Beacon
July 4, 2023
Opinion
This Fourth of July, Fight Back Against Attacks on Our Freedom
Extreme, pro-censorship authoritarians like Moms for Liberty are ringing in July 4 by calling for book bans. That’s un-American and wrong.
Svante Myrick
June 30, 2023
Opinion
In Pennridge School District, Books Once Shadow Banned Are Now in the Trash Can
A school board run by Moms for Liberty members, who secretly seek advice from a right-wing Christian law firm, has subverted the First Amendment and effectively banned books under the pretense of weeding out old, obsolete titles.
Darren Laustsen
June 29, 2023
Gun Safety Advocates Worry Trump Administration Will Rollback Progress Made in Pennsylvania
January 28, 2025
Nevertheless, CeaseFire PA and Bucks County state lawmakers Perry Warren and Brian Munroe are determined to secure more funding, advance more legislation, and strengthen public safety.
Report: Commonwealth Charter Academy’s Frivolous Spending Reminds Taxpayers Why We Need Cyber Charter Reform in Harrisburg
January 27, 2025
“Every dollar that CCA spends on DoorDash or luxury vehicles, or at brew pubs or vineyards or exclusive clubs, is a dollar that was paid by a Pennsylvania taxpayer,” notes Education Voters PA.
Central Bucks Community Grapples with the Specter of ICE Raids at Local Schools
January 26, 2025
“This type of disruption and chaos has no place in our schools,” said Heidi Roux, executive director of Bucks County’s Immigrant Rights Action.
Does Brian Fitzpatrick Support Trump’s Pardons and Clemencies of Jan. 6th Insurrectionists? He Won’t Say
January 24, 2025
The Republican Congressman owes his constituents an explanation about where he stands on this divisive issue. And why aren’t local newspapers chasing this story?
After McDonald’s Scrapped Some of Its DEI Practices, Bucks County Community Leaders Voice Concerns
January 24, 2025
We spoke with NAACP Bucks County President Adrienne King and Co-Lead of Bucks County Anti-Racism Coalition Kevin E. Leven. The local McDonald’s franchises we reached out to all refused to reply or respond.
