View hate crimes in right context
The New York Times article “Anti-Muslim attacks up 78 percent; rise in violence linked to Donald Trump’s rhetoric,” cites an academic study, not FBI hate crime statistics. But, even if the 78 percent...
View ArticleFree America from anti-Muslim bigotry
I am grateful to live in the United States of America, a nation founded on the principles of freedom of speech and religion. My German ancestors came to this country to escape oppression, for economic...
View ArticleEmbracing change will keep America great
Donald Trump pitches himself as a great agent of change, the only man who can set right all that is wrong with Washington and the world. In reality, he is an anti-change leader, promising to “make...
View ArticleTeachout would provide a fresh perspective
The article on the latest debate between 19th Congressional District candidates Democrat Zephyr Teachout and Republican John Faso highlighted Faso’s junkyard dog style in going after his opponent. He...
View ArticleIt will take time to undo bigotry
Regarding the disturbing article concerning my friend Aaron Mair (“Adirondack beauty marred by ugly bigotry,” Nov.8), the country knew all about this racism and still Donald Trump, the GOP candidate,...
View ArticleTime to reject hate speech
It’s time to put the divisive, vicious rhetoric of the presidential campaign behind us. Since the surprising election of Donald Trump, reports of hateful expressions on social media and in communities...
View ArticleNo time to remain silent in wake of Trump win
As I see it, the main reason Donald Trump won a narrow victory in battleground states such as Michigan, Ohio, Florida and Wisconsin (and lost the popular vote by almost 3 million) is because he was...
View ArticleUnder huckster Trump, clowns will be in charge
President-elect Donald Trump’s hyperbolic “engine” is grinding away, spewing out mountains of effluvium and detritus about how he and his team are going to “make America great again.” After all, he...
View ArticleEven at 90, Bennett is a role model to performers
When people use the phrase “living legend” to describe an entertainer, or person of note, it can sometimes be overdone. Before Christmas, anyone who tuned in to the “Tony Bennett Celebrates 90” program...
View ArticleTrump’s comments incite destructive chord
I am angry about the direction in which my country is heading. My dissatisfaction follows the course that President Donald Trump and his administration is taking. I have no doubt that he sincerely...
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