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As a member of Congress, I occasionally dabbled in the arts of spin and embellishment. The skill came in handy in the writing of “The Einstein Conspiracy.” more
Journalists are not adversaries of public safety. In many cases, they are its allies, helping to get accurate information to people who need it. Whether it’s a car crash that shuts down the Southern State Parkway or a threat that necessitates a school lockdown, the public has a right to know — and know quickly. more
Having observed a number of mayoral contests, I feel qualified to opine on what first steps a new mayor must take that will make or break his years in office. While there are many positions that Mamdani must fill starting Jan. 1, the most important one is budget director. more
Nassau County Republicans scored outstanding victories in last week’s elections, which, with the other exception of our neighbors in Suffolk County, were a political disaster for Republicans across the country. more
Professional learning doesn’t happen to teachers — it happens with them. It is an approach to the culture of a school district that requires Board of Education support, and the financial and human resources to ensure its effective implementation. In Glen Cove we have both. It engenders the power of moments that begin with our educators who create them every single day. more
Since the Clean Pass program ended on Oct. 1, we’re hearing reports that people who used to travel in HOV lanes are now having significantly longer commutes each day. This will lead to the purchase of fewer electric and hybrid vehicles in the first place. more
Clark may be changing the game of basketball, but perhaps her greater legacy will be how she’s changing the conversation — about women and about leadership. more
What I’ve come to understand, more than ever, is this: Our individual wellness is inextricably tied to the wellness of the community we live in. And that begins with strong, reliable, and well-maintained infrastructure. more
The School Construction Fair Labor Act, sponsored by State Sen. Monica Martinez and I, is a chance for New York to show up for working class people and make sure the workers building our schools are treated with the respect and fairness they deserve. more
Locally, Island Harvest and Long Island Cares continue to serve food-insecure families across Nassau and Suffolk counties. This self-inflicted crisis hits at the worst possible time, in the weeks before Thanksgiving, one of the busiest periods for food banks, while federal workers remain without paychecks due to the ongoing shutdown. more
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