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Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages speaking on the state of the ‘Black economy,’ the benefits of recent legislation, and the impact of current congressional gridlock on government spending.
Exploring the intersection of race and economics on Long Island
Since the earliest chapters of its history, the United States has left its share of scars on the country’s social and economic landscape, to say the least. Now, with a legacy of slavery, … more
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Valuing our women leaders doesn’t end in March
The increasing number of women in positions of leadership has been vital to changing our national narrative about what is fair and equitable. I have known great female leaders throughout my career . . . more
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The tyranny of false equivalencies
My March 4-10 column, “Voting is an act of choice and an expression of voice,” prompted a note from someone who wanted to talk about threats to democracy. He leads a group of citizens . . . more
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Members of the Backyard Players will be at Molloy College for Project Understood on Jan. 14.
Backyard Players help bring Google speech project to Molloy
As more people rely on smart devices, voice recognition provides a tool that many take for granted. However, the technology causes frustration for those whose voices are not understood. An event at Molloy College in Rockville Centre on Jan. 14 will focus on improving the speech automation in these systems and reducing the likelihood of misinterpretation. more
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Jonathan Rizzo, 34, of Oceanside, performed on the NBC show “The Voice.” The episode aired in September.
Oceanside resident sings for the stars on 'The Voice'
This summer, Oceanside resident and business owner Jonathan Rizzo found himself onstage in Los Angeles, singing before celebrity judges Blake Shelton, Gwen Stefani, Kelly Clarkson and John Legend. more
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Birth Justice Warriors fight for healthy moms and babies
In the modern world we live in, in the richest country in the world and in one of the wealthiest areas of that country, you’d think that Nassau County’s expectant and new mothers, along with their babies, would get the best care in the world. You’d be wrong. more
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Jenn Coghlan, left, Bess Amione and Richard Geffen discussed a reading during an Anti-Racism Project session at Central Synagogue-Beth Emeth on Oct. 17.
Anti-Racism Project sparking dialogue among neighbors in Rockville Centre
“The more I hear, the more I realize I have a lot of personal work to do on myself,” Rockville Centre resident Bill Kurrus said after the second session of the Anti-Racism Project on Oct. 17. “It’s raised my consciousness.” more
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Residents gathered at Central Synagogue-Beth Emeth a year ago this week to denounce hatred in response to violence that grew out of a “Unite the Right” protest in Charlottesville, Va.
Rockville Centre groups to launch Anti Racism Project
“Do I see every day signs of overt racism?” said Rena Riback, who is leading the charge on the Anti Racism Project in Rockville Centre. “No, but you have to look beyond that.” more
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Protesters marched on Front Street in Rockville Centre, last Saturday calling for humane immigration reform in response to the separation of families at the border of the United States and Mexico.
Protesters in Rockville Centre denounce separation of immigrant families
“No hate! No fear!” chants rang out in front of Rockville Centre’s Long Island Rail Road station last Saturday morning as the crowd began growing. “Immigrants are welcome here!” more
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Everclear continues to keep Summerland at the forefront of the festival circuit.
Rockin' on with Summerland
Everclear returns to Long Island bringing the summer vibe with them on their “Summerland 2018”. more
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