This time, race isn't an issue
This time, race isn't an issue President Barack Hussein Obama's second inauguration was every bit as historic as his first — not because it said so much about the nation's long, bitter, unfinished...
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Our task is to bring out the best in teachers
Our task is to bring out the best in teachers Times Union Copyright 2013 Times Union. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Published 9:50 pm,...
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A 4-decade fight for equality
A 4-decade fight for equality Times Union Copyright 2013 Times Union. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Published 9:50 pm, Monday, January...
View ArticleImmigration overhaul
Immigration overhaul • The following is from an editorial in the Miami Herald:Although President Barack Obama promises to make immigration reform a priority in his second term, other issues are taking...
View ArticleLetter: Democrats must stand up to NRA
Letter: Democrats must stand up to NRA It's well beyond time for the Democratic Party to stand tall against the "rightest" of the National Rifle Association and pass federal legislation that does a...
View ArticleLetter: Is USG proposal best for county?
Letter: Is USG proposal best for county? I continue to question the proposed deal between Upstate Services Group and Albany County concerning the privatization of the Albany County Nursing Home.The...
View ArticleRobinson: This time, race isn't an issue
Robinson: This time, race isn't an issue President Barack Hussein Obama's second inauguration was every bit as historic as his first — not because it said so much about the nation's long, bitter,...
View ArticleSmarter storm aid ahead
Smarter storm aid ahead • The following is from an editorial in The Philadelphia Inquirer:A $51 billion aid package expected to be voted on in the Senate on Tuesday contains smart provisions that...
View ArticleEditorial: Mr. Cuomo's budget overture
Editorial: Mr. Cuomo's budget overture THE ISSUE:The governor proposes limits on spending and no new taxes. THE STAKES:This year's legislative battle could be a less contentious one. Gov. Andrew Cuomo...
View ArticleLetter: Gender equality appeal deceitful
Letter: Gender equality appeal deceitful I was deeply disturbed by Gov. Andrew Cuomo's tirade on gender discrimination in his State of the State address. Through it, he joins the progressive left in a...
View ArticleLetter: Brew pub plan great opportunity
Letter: Brew pub plan great opportunity The conversion of St. Joseph's Church into Ravens Head Brewing Co. is a proposal that will preserve a historic structure, put a property back on the tax rolls...
View ArticleLetter: Fracking defies common sense
Letter: Fracking defies common sense Yoko Ono's urgent appeal to Gov. Andrew Cuomo to prevent fracking in New York was an astute and comprehensive summary of the dangers in this drilling process...
View ArticleLetter: Fracking and climate change
Letter: Fracking and climate change Gov. Andrew Cuomo is going to face some hard choices if his actions are to match his rhetoric on climate change. In the wake of Superstorm Sandy, he noted, "Mother...
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Adirondack trail offers hope to the region
Adirondack trail offers hope to the region Times Union Copyright 2013 Times Union. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Published 11:38 pm,...
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Scale a wage hike carefully
Scale a wage hike carefully Times Union Copyright 2013 Times Union. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Published 11:39 pm, Tuesday, January...
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Friedman: Diplomacy needs some new rules
Friedman: Diplomacy needs some new rules Times Union Copyright 2013 Times Union. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Published 11:39 pm,...
View ArticleEditorial: Call this reform? More like a sham
Editorial: Call this reform? More like a sham THE ILLUSION:The Legislature approves a redistricting proposal that it claims is reform. THE REALITY:Politicians and political parties would be as in...
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Make Wall Street fund schools
Make Wall Street fund schools Times Union Copyright 2013 Times Union. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Published 9:10 pm, Wednesday,...
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Trust fund may help with campaign reform
Trust fund may help with campaign reform Times Union Copyright 2013 Times Union. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Published 9:10 pm,...
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U.S. can't stand the heat
U.S. can't stand the heat Times Union Copyright 2013 Times Union. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Published 9:11 pm, Wednesday, January...
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