Op-Ed: Hold Accountable Those Who Commit Hate Crimes

Last week horrific symbols of hate were found in our beloved Theodore Roosevelt Park in Oyster Bay. Seven swastikas were found across the pavilion, an overt act of hate during a time when our nation needs healing, tolerance, and love. Thanks to the swift work Read More …

Op-Ed: Climate Bill Will Transform Power System

One of the final, transformative bills that the New York Legislature passed in the waning days of the legislation session is the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act ‘CLCPA’ This law will transform the way in which New York powers itself, shifting away from toxic, Read More …

Opinion: Ditch the Plastic Bags for Reusable Ones

Monday was Earth Day. This month we celebrate our planet’s beauty and all of the wonders that it has to offer, including one of my favorite spots, Theodore Roosevelt’s home, Sagamore Hill National Historic Site. However, we can’t take our planet or its longevity for Read More …

Opinion: Honoring Veterans With Hall of Fame

Millions of men and women serve our country selflessly, day after day, in wars and in peacetime, to ensure our freedoms and protection. Too often these heroes return home and are not given the recognition they deserve. As elected officials, we have the unique pleasure Read More …

Opinion: RAIL Act Will Hold MTA Accountable

For far too long,  the Metropolitan Transit Authority has been a faceless organization, with Long Island Rail Road riders paying for overpriced tickets while receiving subpar service. For years, over three hundred thousand daily LIRR riders have been subjected to late or canceled trains, misinformation, Read More …

Opinion: Hold Polluters of Water Responsible

Clean, safe drinking water is a human right. This year New York is set to establish toughest in the nation drinking water standards. These landmark standards will ensure that New Yorkers are protected from emerging contaminants that pollute our drinking water. However, clean drinking water Read More …