Common sense, political convenience
Thoughts from Behind the Pressline
It almost boggles the mind how quickly our elected officials can move when properly motivated and when, in their collective judgment, know they must act.
The need for gaming in the Adirondacks is large
In 1990, Colorado held a statewide referendum to legalize limited stakes gambling in three struggling mining towns that were on the verge of ceasing to exist.
Life in a dangerous world
Thoughts from Behind the Pressline
While the events of last week continue to unfold it reminds us how fragile life is and how quickly our lives can be turned upside down in the mere blink of eye.
Internet expansion key for region
Much more work remains to be done
A statewide $25 million project to expand high-speed internet access in rural New York through the Connect NY Broadband Grant Program is welcome news.
The pettiness of politics
Thoughts from Behind the Pressline
United States politics is one of the biggest money businesses in the world.
The media: public watchdogs
Though many people read newspapers, not many people really think of what it means to be a journalist.
Real life and sports
Thoughts from Behind the Pressline
Last week the news was a buzz with the now-disgraced basketball coach at Rutgers University, Mike Rice, who was fired for physically assaulting and verbally abusing his players
The price of free speech
Thoughts from Behind the Pressline
This country, once called the melting pot of the world, was known for taking in immigrants from all corners of the Earth and merging their cultures into ours to create a patchwork democracy.
Rough road video a winner
Town of Newcomb officials are cautiously optimistic that their attempt to shame New York state into fixing Route 28N earlier than planned has succeeded in getting the Department of Transportation’s attention.
Canada’s border policy should be revisited
We all make mistakes. Sometimes, they can cost us money, a job, or even earn us time in jail.
Holy Days still relevant
Thoughts from Behind the Pressline
There seems to be so much head shaking craziness all around us these days.
Gag order doesn’t serve the public good
This last Friday, Mark Streb, an aide of Gov. Andrew Cuomo visited the Warren County Board of Supervisors to present a proclamation honoring Warren County on the 200th anniversary of its founding.
Optimism is a gift
Thoughts from Behind the Pressline
I worry at times about using this column too often to complain about a variety of topics that, seem to me, have our country going in the wrong direction.
A chance to be heard
The state of New York and Gov. Andrew Cuomo could take a lesson from the Essex County Board of Supervisors regarding how to pass legislation.
Leadership starts at the top
Thoughts from Behind the Pressline
I’m not a CPA, accountant or lawyer. I have no degree in political science or economics. I’m a high school grad with a couple years of college.
