46th district

Campaign In Poetry, But Govern In Prose

January 5, 2011

TweetYesterday, I was formally sworn in for my third term as state representative for the 46th Legislative District. As I enter my fifth year in office, it would be easy to assume that I have a pretty clear understanding of what to expect in Harrisburg, but then again, we all know what happens when you [...]

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My Christmas Wish List

December 25, 2010

Tweet Dear Santa, I’d like to think I have been a pretty good State Representative this year. I worked hard and got re-elected and didn’t raise anyone’s taxes, so I think I’ve done about as much as possible for a politician to stay off of your “naughty” list. As such, I have put together my [...]

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From the mouths of others…

October 28, 2010

TweetAs the campaign winds through its final week, I have been blessed with some great endorsements I want to share with you. While I will be the first to admit that endorsements alone aren’t enough to win any election, and are no substitute for hard work by a candidate, I am proud to be recognized [...]

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"Be a soldier, not a victim."

October 25, 2010

TweetI want to thank everyone who came out to make my 5th Annual Black and Gold Bash a smashing success. Over 400 people came out to show their support for my campaign, and just as importantly, the Steelers held on for a late victory. Here’s a few minutes from the speech I gave at halftime: [...]

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A debate win (by forfeit) for me, a frustrating loss for you and a Call to Arms for everyone

October 20, 2010

TweetIMPORTANT UPDATE ON DEBATES (OR LACK THEREOF) I know this is a little lengthy, but this is something that is very important to me and I ask that you please take a few minutes to read through to the end. I have some very disappointing news to report. My opponent, Greg DeLuca, has chosen to [...]

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"You can get a lot farther with a kind word and a gun endorsement than a kind word alone."

October 6, 2010
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TweetWith less than a month before the November 2 General Election, I received two very special endorsements last week that I wanted to share with my constituents. As anyone who knows me is aware, I am a strong proponent of our Second Amendment rights. I have stood on the steps of the State Capitol and [...]

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White announces Marcellus Shale debate

September 29, 2010

Tweet White announces Marcellus Shale debate Invites opponent to discuss “critically important” natural gas drilling issues at October 20 forum Harrisburg, Sept. 29 – State Rep. Jesse White, D-Washington/Allegheny/Beaver, today announced details of a debate on issues surrounding the natural gas drilling of the Marcellus Shale.  The debate will take place on October 20 at [...]

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White calls on Deluca to Stop Breaking Open Records Law and Release Public Documents

September 26, 2010
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TweetSeptember 16, 2010- State Representative Jesse White (D-Cecil) announced today that he has filed an appeal under the Pennsylvania Open Records Law to gain access to public documents being withheld by Hanover Township, Beaver County. White called on Greg DeLuca, his opponent in the upcoming election and a township supervisor in the Beaver County community, [...]

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The PA Legislature? There's an app for that…

September 9, 2010

Tweet Just wanted to pass along a quick link for anyone who follows Pennsylvania State Government. The General Assembly has launched a new mobile website so you can access legislation, committee information, session updates and contact members from your mobile phone. The site, which can be found at http://www.palegis.us/, is bi-partisan and non-political. I am [...]

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If you’re not one of us, you just don’t get it.

August 2, 2010
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Tweet The day we finish the state budget in Harrisburg always reminds me of the end of the school year in college. Everyone heads back home to deal with business in their respective legislative districts, shaking hands and saying goodbye for a couple of months. We’ve even had legislative sessions end by members leading the [...]

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