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Once upon a time, the world around us moved at a modest pace. There were no fancy smartphones, laptops, E-ZPass, car navigation systems or ATMs. People bought daily newspapers and magazines . . . more
With all the political distractions constantly bombarding us, it’s important to remember that our national economy continues to grow at a strong pace, creating new jobs and the lowest unemployment in years. But some politicians in Washington and Albany . . . more
Who’s to blame for Amazon’s sudden departure last Thursday? That was the big question as news of the tech giant’s decision to nix plans to locate its second headquarters in Long Island City filtered out to the public. more
Franklin Square residents and business owners filled the public library’s meeting room and spilled outside the door on Jan. 14 to offer their ideas on revitalizing the area’s … more
Mike Massimino has traveled to space twice to make repairs to the Hubble telescope, but now he is embarking on a new adventure — as a television producer. According to The Hollywood … more
Finally, enough residents got together to complain about New York American Water, and their unreasonably high water bills, and didn’t let up until they caught the state’s attention. more
I garnered my modest education in oligarchy by reading Bill Browder’s “Red Notice,” a dazzling financial thriller. The book details Browder’s crushing encounter with Russian business moguls who enjoy special privilege and unique access to President Vladimir Putin. more
Thank goodness for the recent Congressional action averting an extended federal government shutdown. It looks like enough moderate Republican and Democratic lawmakers may have finally reached a critical mass . . . more
Despite all the hand-wringing in the media — which thrives on conflict and disasters — there are many good signs for the U.S. in 2018 that bode well for the country, if we’ll just . . . more
As the new year begins, it’s a good time to take stock of the tumultuous year in Washington that’s just ended, and to express the hope of a more congenial 2018. more
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