BY DIANE DIMOND Did all the snarky campaign ads on television make you absolutely sick? Yeah, me, too. I’m glad this mid-term election over! Nasty cracks, smarmy innuendo, selective editing of opponents’ interviews and downright lies. Isn’t there something that should be done to a candidate who deliberately tries to deceive the electorate? Actually, 16 […]
BY DREW JOHNSON Tom Steyer, the hedge fund billionaire turned environmental nut job, just launched a multi-million dollar attack-ad blitz that takes political dishonesty to a whole new level. Mr. Steyer accuses Iowa Senator Joni Ernst of pushing American jobs overseas. In reality, all Ms. Ernst did was pledge to oppose tax hikes. Watchdog group […]
To the Editor, This November’s election is more important than ever for New York State. There is a dangerous new proposed law sponsored by State Senator Rivera from The Bronx (the same lawmaker who proposed banning salty entrees at restaurants), and supported by Governor Cuomo and Assembly Speaker Sheldon, the mentor to local Assemblyman James […]
BY DIANE DIMOND This question is going to sound like blasphemy to some, but here goes: Why do we glorify the game of football and its players the way we do? I’m not really an NFL fan, but I watch occasional games with my husband. I can take it or leave it, but I know […]
BY VIRGINIA LADD The Affordable Care has helped millions of Americans access health insurance. But the quality of coverage insurers are currently offering is worrisome. Even with federal subsidies, many available plans make paying for medications to treat cancer, HIV/AIDS, autoimmune diseases, and other serious conditions totally unaffordable. If the Affordable Care Act doesn’t help […]
To the Editor, Meals on Wheels Programs and Services of Rockland recently held their annual Harvest Moon Grand Reception. In addition to our deserving Honorees, this gala celebrated the 40th anniversary of Meals on Wheels In Rockland County. We would be remiss if we did not acknowledge all those who helped make this event successful […]