Wolf’s words on gas development ring hollow

When Gov. Tom Wolf announced the extension of a partnership with West Virginia and Ohio to collaborate on efforts to maximize the region’s natural gas resources, he said the agreement ensures “we are doing everything we can to support additional development.” How can one take that seriously? Because on the other side of the state, he is supporting a ban on natural gas development in the Delaware River Basin.

His desire to prohibit energy development in this basin and other anti-energy policies have become the hallmark of his administration. It is an insult to the thousands of Western Pennsylvanians like myself who work in this industry. We are part of a job-creating industry that is producing clean and lowcost energy for home heating, power generation and manufacturing.

By continuing to advocate for a drilling ban in the Delaware River Basin, Mr. Wolf is not only blocking access to affordable energy but he’s also depriving the state of muchneeded tax revenue.

Pennsylvania’s abundant supply of natural gas gives us an inherent energy advantage. If we don’t have leaders with courage and vision, Pennsylvania will not capitalize on this opportunity.

NICHOLAS S. HADEN Vice President, Marketing &

Governmental Affairs Reserved Environmental Services LLC

Collier

2. You appoint family members to positions of power and use your office for personal financial gain.

3. You hold rallies and insist people clap for you during speeches.

4. You attempt to vilify, discredit or intimidate the free press and have your own media outlet devoted to propaganda.

5. You hate criticism and frequently replace or eliminate staff members who differ with you.

6. You politicize the military and intelligence agencies.

7. You show open admiration for other dictators and authoritarian rulers.

8. You claim minorities are the cause of the problems in the country.

9. You love military parades and shows of force and bravado.

10. You love to wear garish fake military costumes with layers of bogus medals.

Mr. Trump passes the test on all counts except No. 10, but give him time.

When the ruling Chinese Communist Party recently abolished term limits making Xi Jinping president for life, Mr. Trump said “maybe we’ll have to give that a shot someday.” That may be the most unAmerican thing a president has ever said and is shocking even for this buffoon of a leader. Thankfully, we have the Constitution and the rule of law in America to prevent this repulsive man-child from realizing his dream of ultimate power. RICHARD ADAMS Johnstown

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