Stop shoplifting Shoplifting in America has reached a disgraceful level (“Crooks made to reflect,” Oct. 10). This is not a harmless crime that can go unpunished. Retail stores are taking measures to protect their merchandise from theft, including locking it up. As a result, stores are closing down, which has a negative impact on the …
The Continuing Display of the Palestinian Flag by Rep. Rashida Tlaib After the Hamas Attack on Israel The celebration of the horrific and barbaric slaughter of Israeli citizens by Hamas has gained disturbing support among numerous individuals in our country (“Their evil views in plain sight,” Douglas Murray, Oct. 13). Even the killing and mutilation …
The Issue: The Senate Passes Bipartisan Resolution to Restore Formal Dress Code Last week, Majority Leader Sen. Chuck Schumer relaxed the dress code for senators, but not for staffers and others on the floor. However, thanks to Sen. Joe Manchin, the Senate has now reversed Schumer’s decision. We applaud Manchin while still expressing our disapproval …
An Examination of Boebert’s Behavior Representative Lauren Boebert attributes her eccentric and animated behavior during a “Beetlejuice” performance in Aspen to her unique personality. However, it can be argued that her personality would be better suited for a circus rather than Congress. Furthermore, Boebert expects sympathy for her actions due to her painful divorce. However, …
The Issue: President Biden Announces $325 Million in Military Aid to Ukraine President Biden has recently announced an additional $325 million in military aid to Ukraine to help in their ongoing war against Russia. As American taxpayers, we are once again being asked to contribute to Ukraine’s defense. While there are valid reasons to support …
The Issue: President Biden’s Negligence on Addressing the Migrant Crisis in New York As New York City continues to deteriorate due to the escalating migrant crisis, President Biden has shamefully ignored Mayor Adams and the concerns of New York residents while attending the United Nations summit in the city (“Lost your way, Joe? Sept. 20). …
Protest Against Brothels Kudos to the courageous parents and children who braved the rain to protest against the rise of brothels and prostitution rings on Roosevelt Avenue (“Give ‘red-light district’ hook,” Sept. 11). This alarming situation exists because the Queens district attorney and local NYC politicians, including Sen. Julia Salazar, naively view prostitution as a …
Joe’s 9/11 snub Recently, the White House announced President Biden’s travel plans to Alaska and Vietnam to mark the solemn occasion of 9/11. This decision has raised concerns as it will be the first time a president hasn’t attended any of the observances held annually in New York City, Pennsylvania, Virginia, or at the White …
The Issue: A poll revealing that two-thirds of Democrats believe President Biden is too old for a second term. Put a stop to the notion that President Biden is too old — he’s too naive (“Not grand old party, Joe,” Sept. 5). He has never excelled in domestic or foreign affairs. He has never been …
The Issue: The city school system’s failure to prepare for an influx of 21,000 illegal-migrant students. As a native New Yorker, I respectfully offer some thoughts on the Department of Education’s letter providing guidance on Project Open Arms, (“Kick in the ed,” Sept. 7). Firstly, it’s important to acknowledge that this is no longer a …