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Commentary

Another lesson from the sports world

Earlier, last month, was the official end to the major professional golf tournaments of 2025—the final game of the FEDEX Cup. I know that many of you don’t follow golf, so I won’t bore you with the details. But, perhaps, the best headline of the whole year in competitive, professional ...

Russia’s assault on Ukraine in 42nd month

It is easy for Americans to ignore the ongoing war by Putin’s Russia against an independent, democratic Ukraine, desperate to be part of the West. Our cable tv news outlets feature almost everything other than the Russian war against Ukraine. We get extensive coverage of Jeffrey Epstein; ...

Damaged nation needs leaders, not blame

In the aftermath of the shooting of Charlie Kirk, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has appeared to be a voice of reason. Like many public figures, he has called for a reduction in hyped-up reactionary rhetoric. Moreover, he has implored us to take on personal responsibility – to look inward to find ...

Don’t allow trans rights to trample the rest of us

A recent polemic subjected us — yet again — to an absolutely ignorant use of the term “fascist”, along with a weird interpretation of “democracy.” The writer was identified as a SUNY Fredonia student, so we have every right to question what they are teaching at SUNY Fredonia – ...

Health care costs in state: Being more responsible with Medicaid

New York’s Medicaid spending problem is out-of-control, was self-created, and must be fixed by our New York State Legislature; fixing the problem will require a fiscally responsible solution that also supports health care in New York. Medicaid is important medical coverage for low-income ...

Intolerance goes beyond assassination

He was in his 30s, wasn’t a public official, and never sought public office. His faith was solid, and he loved his country. He spoke passionately of his faith and of making his country a better place. Many supported his cause. Others didn’t, and he knew the danger that ...