Our Digital Archive from 2000 – 2016
Dear Editor: During WWII, President Harry Truman made his name by fighting companies that were ripping off the American people and hurting the war effort with profiteering. Today, AARP wants to avoid companies “profiteering” off of Superstorm Sandy. Whether they are sketchy, unlicensed contractors or insurance companies hassling customers to avoid paying claims, or even …
Dear Editor: Finding and keeping a job is hard enough, but for those with disabilities, it can be a huge challenge. In fact, the unemployment rate for Americans with disabilities is twice that of the general population. Each year, The U.S. Department of Labor recognizes National Disability Employment Awareness Month to raise awareness, and to …
Dear Editor: When Hurricane Sandy roared ashore last October, it brought more than sustained, damaging winds. Because of its tremendous size, Sandy blew a storm surge into the New Jersey and New York coastlines that created devastation in the region to the tune of more than $60 billion. But that $60 billion “total” estimate speaks …
Dear Editor: On Nov. 25, a special meeting of the West New York Board of Education will be held at 4 p.m. in the Conference Room at the Administration Offices at 6028 Broadway, West New York. This meeting will be of great importance to all residents of the city, especially to parents whose children will …
Continue reading “Nov. 25 school board meeting will be crucial”
Dear Editor: Recently, we’ve met with at least half of NJ’s Congressional delegation and/or their staff to discuss the “chained CPI” proposal that would cut current Social Security beneficiaries’ annual cost of living adjustments (COLA). Many Democrats and Republicans are saying things like, “It wouldn’t be my first choice, but if it is part of …
Continue reading “Millions of lives are now on Washington’s negotiating table”
Dear Editor: I asked this question of the Hoboken Board of Education a few years ago, but didn’t receive an answer. So I’ll ask again. We go into the polling place, we give our name and address to someone at a table with a big book in front of them. The person finds our name, …
Dear Editor: Oct 2, 2013 it was reported that West New York Mayor Felix Roque was acquitted of federal hacking charges. Many people were glad to see the mayor acquitted, and on the other hand many people were hoping he would be ruined. I think it is pitiful and shameful when public figures in general …
Continue reading “Voting is best defense against local corruption”
Dear Editor: I am writing this letter to the editor in response to the letter “Helping Us Help Others” about International Stuttering Awareness Day, which was on October 22. The letter mentions the website of The Stuttering Foundation (www.stutteringhelp.org) and its features such as a directory of speech therapists and the video 7 Tips for …
Dear Editor: My detractors are continuing to make every effort to discredit me by claiming that I have and continue to wear a wire for the FBI. It is time that I respond to what they already know as the truth. I have never worn a wire until the time it was asked of me …
Dear Editor: The Christie Administration and the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) are now providing New Jersey drivers and non-driver ID holders of all ages the opportunity to Skip the Trip to a motor vehicle agency and renew by mail. We respect your time and want you to be able to spend it doing …
Continue reading “Skip the trip and spend your time your way”