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Now’s the time to speak up on school budgets

As far back as 1993, there was talk at the highest levels of government of consolidating Long Island school districts to save money and provide greater resources for the Island’s poorest districts. That debate is likely to be resurrected . . . more

1/25/18

For Long Islanders, every vote counts

On Nov. 7, residents will head to the polls to decide who will best represent their interests in their districts, from Nassau County executive and county legislators to . . . more

10/5/17

Results are in for Sewanhaka, Franklyn Square and Elmont Trustee and budget vote

The results are in the Sewanhaka, Franklin Square, and Elmont School Districts. more

5/17/17

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

For the president, a make-or-break year

It’s been just five months since Election Day, but if you’re a Democrat, it has been an eternity. If you’re a Republican and a Trump supporter, you probably haven’t . . . more

4/13/17

New York really, really needs early voting

Americans are understandably proud of our democracy. As a nation, we represent a beacon of hope for the world. The sad thing is . . . more

11/17/16

Now the politics really begin

With the national conventions in Cleveland and Philadelphia over, the real competition for citizens’ votes begins. It will be Clinton vs. Trump on Nov. 8 (along with . . . more

8/3/16

Two vie for school board in Elmont

Two candidates are squaring off for a seat on the Elmont Board of Education. Michael J. Cantara, 41, a pediatric physical therapist for the New York City Department of Education, is challenging … more

By Steve Smirti | 4/27/16

Election for new Sanitary District 6 commissioner is next month

The vote to elect a new commissioner to Sanitary District 6 is coming up August 14, but those interested in running for the position have until 3 p.m. on August 4 to gather the required 25 signatures and submit their petition. more

7/28/15

In national politics, it's all about the money

If I say the words “Citizens United,” you might think I’m referring to some community action group or maybe a new local bank. But thanks to the U.S. Supreme Court, Citizens United has diminished the value of your vote on Election Day . . . more

5/7/15

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