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Paying too much attention to the first 100 days

For decades now, at the beginning of every presidency, the media and even the president himself have become obsessed with . . . more

5/4/17

We need Black History Month now more than ever

We were supposed to have been healed by now, right? With the first African-American president finally elected not once but twice, the nation was supposed to be . . . more

2/2/17

When closed minds creak open, light floods in

Remember Pat from “Saturday Night Live”? In 1990, when the character debuted, I laughed along with everyone else . . . more

4/8/16

African-American history is more than a month

Moneta Sleet Jr. took one of the most famous photographs in American history, of a black-veiled, grief-stricken Coretta Scott King at the funeral of her slain husband, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. . . . more

2/25/16

The people have spoken — now let's get to work

There was a grand old party on Election Day, as voters sent President Obama and his party a message: They’re fed up with the political rhetoric and want action. more

11/13/14

A government shutdown is a disservice to taxpayers

Government shutdown. The term sounds so ominous. A temporary end to all government services. How long will it last? more

10/3/13

Are drones legal or illegal? Right or wrong?

Imagine what it’s like for the victim. Imagine a 28-year-old American-born man living in Yemen. more

2/21/13

Employment Law

Q: I was convicted for participation in the burglary of a liquor store when I was 18 years old. Can this be held against me when I apply for a job?A: Whether your conviction record can be considered … more

By Lois Carter Schlissel | 11/20/12

Faith leaders, led by the Reverend Reginald Tuggle, second from left, and politicians, including County Executive Edward Mangano, third from right, and State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli, third from left, sang “We Will Overcome” at the 27th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Interfaith Celebration at St. Brigid’s Catholic Church on Jan. 15.

Leaders from all faiths remember Dr. King

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a revolutionary figure and a leader in the civil rights movement. He is remembered today for his actions, his words and most importantly, his dream for equality. more

By Shannon Koehle | 1/20/12

Mayor Mike does it right

Recent polls show popular three-term New York City Mayor Mike Bloomberg’s approval ratings declining as a result of his continued support for the proposed mosque near ground zero. But in my book, Bloomberg will always be top-notch for his willingness to fight for what he believes in, even if it’s not always popular. more

Al D'Amato | 8/20/10

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