The LuLac Edition #5, 630, April 15th, 2026

 

WRITE ON

WEDNESDAY

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This week we share a letter from a respected member oi the community who calls out State Representative Jamie Walsh’s ignoring and not even recognizing Black History month. You would think that Walsh who litigated his way to office in 2024 would take all the help he could get. But apparently people are saying his MAGA views overtook his judgement.

WALSH REFUSES TO RECOGNIZE BLACK ACHIEVEMENT

Editor:  As a gold and silver life member of the Wilkes Barre NAACP 2306, and a past president, I need to express serious concern over recent votes cast by State Rep. Jamie Walsh of the 117th district.

Earlier this year Rep. Walsh was one of just five members of the Pennsylvania House to vote against recognizing Black History Month (HR413).  More recently, he was again among a very small minority, just four out of 199, to vote against (HR424), a resolution honoring the historic achievements of a predominately Black Masonic Temple Lodge in Philadelphia, the “Prince Hall Mason Day at the Capitol.”

These resolutions are symbolic. This causes no money from taxpayers. It imposes no burden on government. It simply acknowledges Black history, contributions, and the value of recognition. That makes these repeated “no” votes all the more troubling.

In addition, Rep. Walsh previously took legal action against the Lake-Lehman School District over what he claimed was the teaching of Critical Race Theory, an issue that, in practice has no presence in K-12 classrooms locally; that action did, however, carry real costs to taxpayers at $10,000. Walsh told a newspaper reporter the lawsuit was over CRT, but no mention of CRT was in the lawsuit settlement paperwork.  Taken together, these actions raise difficult but necessary questions.  Why does Rep. Walsh consistently oppose measures that recognize Black history and achievement?  What message is this sending to Black constituents in your district and across this Commonwealth?

As an organization committed to civil rights, equality, and accountability; we believe that elected officials should be willing to explain their positions, especially when those positions place them far outside the mainstream. We urge Rep. Walsh to provide clarity to the community he serves.

Constance E. Wynn, Wilkes-Barre

 

 

The LuLac Edition #5, 629, Aopril 14th, 2026

 

McCLAY EVENT PACKED

LuLac had the opportunity to attend the Jessica McClay event at Patte’s Sports Bar last week. A good, enthused crowd was there as politicos, friends, neighbors were on hand. Thy were interested in continuing the quality of leadership they have  been used to in the 121st district with Eddie Day Pashinski and before that Kevin Blaum. It was a snapshot of the district of all ages and stations of life that were in support of the candidate. 

McClay gave a wonderful speech about how she evolved personally and professionally.  Her bio is compelling because she is truly one of us. She raised a family, went back to school, got her degree in Education and also became a member of the community coaching sports, serving on Wilkes-Barre city committees and serving on Wilkes-Barre city council with determination and distinction.

Her experience is tailormade for the job of representing all the people. As a Councilwoman, she has demonstrated immediate action for constituents single handedly. Personally, I can only imagine what she could do with a Legislative staff.

The primary election is on May 19^th. 

Here I am with the candidate in our matching blue.

With Eddie Day Pashinski.

The crowd. 

Kymberly Rosencrans from Rep. Pashinski's Plains office and best realtor ever, Megan McCarthy. 

Four stellar public servants and supporters,  Luzerne County Councilman Chris Bellas, City Controller Tony Thomas, Councilman Bill Barrett and Stan Mirin. 

Rep. Pashinski and Mayor Brown 

Mayor Brown and McClay. 

 

Pashinski with McClay 

 

 

TRUMP ATTACKS

POPE LEO 

Wow! I’ve always said there was  no bottom for the pig President but now he attacked the Pope.

Now who the hell attacks the Pope?

He claimed the leader of the world’s 1.2 billion Catholics had been elected because the Vatican thought it would be the “best way to deal with President Donald J Trump”.

What an ego and stunning lack of history!!!! The last 4 Popes were non-Italians who were chosen through (if you are a Catholic) the Holy Spirit, a power much higher than Diaper Don! Plus Leo was a protégé of Pope Francis who was chosen in 2013 long before Trump stained the office of the Presidency.

Robert Francis was chosen against other Popes for his complete resume, a document that has escaped the grifter President.

“Leo should be thankful because, as everyone knows, he was a shocking surprise. He wasn’t on any list to be Pope and was only put there by the Church because he was an American... If I wasn’t in the White House, Leo wouldn’t be in the Vatican,” Mr Trump said.

First off Mr. Trump, he was on my list and I have proof I had predicted it. Second,  SHUT UP because you’re obviously taking credit for him.

Trump said “I don’t want a Pope who thinks it’s OK for Iran to have a nuclear weapon,” he wrote, adding: “I like his brother Louis much better than I like him because Louis is all Maga. He gets it and Leo doesn’t!”

First off Donnie, GO TO CHURCH instead of golfing. Most thinking Catholics don’t CARE what you want!

He continued the tirade after disembarking, telling reporters: “I’m not a fan of Pope Leo.”

Again Mr. President, take your adderall , crap  you pants and understand we don’t care.

Mr Trump also posted an AI-generated image of himself suggesting that he possessed healing powers similar to Christ.

The post later appeared to have been deleted.

 BUT NOT HERE!!

Trump later claimed that the photo of him in robes was that of a Doctor because   "I make people feel better".  Talk about a bad case of love. 

 

 

 The Pope responded to Trump's nonsense during his prep  travel to Cameroon, Angola and Equatorial Guinea.

“I have no fear of the Trump administration,” he said on board the papal plane, insisting he was not directly criticizing the US president by calling for peace in the Middle East.

“I will not enter into debate. The things that I say are certainly not meant as attacks on anyone. The message of the Gospel is very clear: Blessed are the peacemakers,” he added.

“I will continue to speak out ‌loudly against war, looking to promote peace, promoting dialogue and multilateral relationships among the states to look for just solutions to problems.”

Politicians and Catholic bishops swiftly came to the Pope’s defense, including the president of Iran.

The Pope fired back at Mr Trump, saying he was “not afraid” of the US president or his administration.

Italian politicians described Mr. Trump’s criticism as unprecedented and issued messages of solidarity to the pontiff as he left Rome to embark on a tour of Africa on Monday.

The war of words marked an escalation of the rift that had developed between the White House and Vatican since the Pope, born Robert Francis Prevost, was elected last May following the death of Pope Francis.

Well there was one small victory. At least Trump didn’t go “all “Dolph” on us and try to kidnap the new Pontiff like the Germans tried to do with Pope Pius XII in World War II.

But with the man child pig with TDS, Trump Does Stupid, you just never know.

(The Telegragh, LuLac)

 

 

 

 

 

The LuLac Edition #5, 628, April 13th, 2026

 

13

QUESTIONS

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1.  Are you liking the new umpire checks in baseball?

 

I look at it this way. The science of pitching is so precise that with balls and strikes, the umps aren’t missing by much.  On the close calls at the bases, that will help with the fairness of the game. The only thing I don’t like is the ghost runner and I understand I am not alone in that.

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2.  Do you think the President has lost his mind?

I think he is unstable, narcistic, and has painted himself in the corner on this one. He poked the wrong bear and has insured that Iran will be our enemy well into the next century.

 

3.  Do you think Medicare and Social Security will be at risk?

 

Absolutely. This President has lied, has shown himself to be a careless cretin who is full of shit and will in a heartbeat sell out seniors, the sick and disabled without blinking an eye.

 

4.  Why do you insist on calling the President a pig?

Because he is. He has no regard for anything or anyone but himself. To call him a small child is an insult to small children everywhere.  Small children learn, they grow, they share. HE DOES NOT. I am only seeing who he is and describing it.

 

5.  Easter candy favorite?

A nice piece of Dark Chocolate Cadbury and some nonparells.

 

6.  Are you excited for the concert at Kirby Park for the 20^th century?

 

Anytime big name entertainment can come to Kirby Park, I’m in. I am so very glad Wilkes-Barre was one of the cities chosen among the 5.

 

7.  The Paige Cognetti campaign seems to be off to be  off  a good start. But can she withstand the assault coming from the MAGAs?

I’m sure she can. The GOP lie machine is already throwing bullshit at her to deflect the failings of the GOP agenda under Trump and the shape they are leaving this country in. But I’m confident she can handle it.

 

8.  How many living former Congressmen do we have from our district?

Four. Kanjorski, Barletta, Cartwright and Holden.

 

9.  Name the current athlete that you’d like to meet in this era?

Caitlin Clarke, hands down.

 

10.              Have you ever met any First Lady of the United States?

No, I did not. 

 

11.              Are you confident that the Trump administration as well as Vice President Vance win at the negotiating table?

I don’t. There won’t be any career diplomats in the room because all of them were sidelined by the Trump administration as “not needed”. What they don’t understand is these people had history and institutional knowledge with Iran. The chance for a misunderstanding or worse is greater than ever.

 

12.              Comments on Melania’s statement about Epstein.

I think she was doing her own damage control.  But she can’t deny the photos. However that stated, I know Al Gore and baseball great Mike Schmidt were uncomfortable with taking photos with strangers. So there’s that.

 

13.              Favorite out of town restaurants?

Smith & Wolensky in New York, Carrabba Grille in Allentown, Bud and Marilyn’s in Philly  and Chestnut Hill Star Diner in Stroudsburg.