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Thanksgiving was never an important holiday for me. Gathering the family from near and far for a celebratory meal wasn’t unusual; our family was composed of Italians and a small sprinkling of … more
As we gather with loved ones this Thanksgiving, it's essential to reflect on the true essence of the holiday: gratitude and giving back. While we enjoy our meals and the company of family and … more
Joaquin Phoenix and Rooney Mara, just before Thanksgiving, have asked people not to buy turkey.  Very nice for anyone who is in a position of privilege to pontificate about the well-being of … more
Not all Thanksgivings are equal. Some we embrace. For others, we have to work harder to find our gratitude. If you fit into the latter category, I hope I can help.  I’ll start with a … more
In a world where the phrase “protecting Social Security” is little more than an election-year slogan, two members of Congress deserve recognition for their efforts to keep their word. On … more
In Pennsylvania’s rural communities, access to health care is a lifeline. For many, local pharmacies are among the few trusted medical resources available nearby, providing essential … more
Every October we observe Crime Prevention Month. As citizens have expressed higher levels of concern about crime and safety, state legislators have been working diligently to bolster law enforcement, … more
If you were to ask a random group of people to name our country’s national anthem, there would likely be at least one person to respond, “God Bless America.”  Though that … more
There is a tiny dust-mote-like blue sphere in the vastness of space that revolves around an average-sized star within an unremarkable solar system. That system resides within an average-sized galaxy, … more
In recent years, a troubling trend has emerged in the health care marketplace. Today, the six most prominent health insurers in the country account for nearly 30 percent of U.S. health spending, … more
As a mother, former co-president of the Thomas Jefferson Elementary School PTA and majority leader on the Binghamton City Council, I am deeply concerned about the growing threat posed by flavored, … more
An important lesson from Winston Churchill and his best friend F.E. Smith November will likely be a difficult month for many Americans. The outcome of the election—whichever way it … more
Election season is upon us, and many people from coast to coast are already casting their ballots — not just for president but for Congress, the state legislature and various ballot measures. … more
With days before the 2024 election, pollsters are working overtime to determine the state of what appears to be a very tight race. Throughout modern history, polls have played an essential role in … more
Americans are blessed to have the First Amendment, including prohibitions against governments abridging freedom of speech and of the press. Yet, freedom comes with responsibility. Our rampant … more
Another election cycle, another round of hysteria. Let me guess: This is the “most important election of our lives.”  Brush this article off and reread it in a few years, and … more
For generations, American elections have been decided by voters in swing states. An under-reported political earthquake has occurred over the last four years among Gen Z, and it will shape the … more
Vice President Kamala Harris and  Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman , head of the  U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)   and the voice for America’s more than 34 million … more
Elections have consequences. I am Bill Rieber, the Town of Thompson’s supervisor. Here is why everyone who lives in the 100th AD should step up and vote for Paula Kay.  Plain and … more
Respect for all Americans to vote as they please has long been sacrosanct. No longer. There are coordinated threats working in concert with Donald Trump to undermine U.S. democracy in general and … more
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