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Teachers Are Doing Incredible Work In These Difficult Times
They deserve our praise These last few months have been challenging for most everyone. Our normal routines and activities that previously provided structure have been
Governor’s Misguided Education Comments Send the Wrong Message
During a recent press conference, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced that he is enlisting the help of Bill and Melinda Gates in an effort to “reimagine”
Planning New York’s Financial Future Will Take Transparency
We are beginning to be able to quantify the devastating economic impact of the coronavirus health crisis, and although the numbers may seem scary, there
Reasons for Hope in a Dark Time
We are living in a difficult time. Our country and its communities are deeply polarized; many Americans distrust one another as well as the government
It’s Time to Start Getting Back to Work
Over the years, our Assembly Republican conference has consistently warned against one-size-fits-all solutions for New York state, one of the most regionally diverse in the
If you feel like Congress has become less productive, less functional, and more partisan — you’re right. I have been thinking a lot lately about
New York State Farmers Need Our Help
Though the COVID-19 virus has taken a horrific toll on our state, our disciplined adoption of social-distancing practices has prevented even worse outcomes. Public-health experts
The Toughest Decisions in American Foreign Policy
The toughest issue in foreign policy is when, where and how to intervene in the affairs of other countries — and when to walk away.
Looking Back at the 2020 State Budget’s Bizarre Process
This year’s budget process was one unlike any of us have ever seen, with face-to-face interaction nearly impossible, late-night debates taking place in an empty
What Makes a Successful Politician?
One of the intriguing features of the coronavirus pandemic is how sharply it has illuminated the importance of effective political leadership. Wherever we stand on
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