Opinion & Editorials
Make Micron pay for ‘staggering’ environmental harms (Guest Opinion by Catherine Landis)
SUNY ESF science adviser asks: Did we learn nothing from our industrial past? We can at least insist that Micron minimize damage to wetlands and wildlife. Public comment period ends July 31.
Supreme Court is absolutely partisan (Your Letters)
Blatantly obstructionist tactics "give cover and protection to a specific political party figure to whom they are indebted," says letter writer in response to professor's defense of high court.
NY restricts veteran tuition assistance. It’s time that changed (Guest Opinion by Michael Bower)
Gov. Hochul, sign bill that would help noncombat veterans with education expenses, writes Marine Corps veteran and entrepreneur.
Editorial cartoons for July 21, 2024: Trump shot, Vance for VP, Biden’s slipping support
The week in visual commentary.
Should NY ban phones in schools? Tell us (and Gov. Hochul) what you think (Editorial Board Opinion)
Governor cites youth mental health and classroom distractions as reasons to limit phones in schools. She has plenty of company. What do you think?
‘Investing in America’ creates opportunity for people in Syracuse, CNY (Guest Opinion by Mayor Ben Walsh)
Biden-Harris administration has made historic, transformative investments in our housing, infrastructure, Covid recovery and economic development, writes Syracuse mayor.
Syracuse STEAM High School preparing to ignite minds and foster futures (Your Letters)
Enrollment for 2025 academic year begins this falll, writes Jody Manning, planning principal. Students in the city and partnering districts will have an opportunity to attend.
Demand deeper accounting of Micron’s 100% renewable energy promise (Guest Opinion by Peter Wirth)
Officials must be transparent about chip fab's dependence on natural gas, its impact on the state's landmark climate law, writes local climate activist.
The social media warning label is for the parents (Guest Opinion by Jeff Frank)
Screens are creating a world where children don’t know how to use their own resources to manage difficult emotions and feelings, writes St. Lawrence University education professor.
Supreme Court justices are not partisans (Guest Opinion by Michael T. Hayes)
Ruling on presidential immunity reflects differing judicial philosophies, writes Colgate emeritus professor. Win for textualists nonetheless erodes public trust.
Veterans exposed to asbestos should get regular health check-ups, learn their rights (Your Letters)
Naval personnel at an astoundingly high risk of asbestos exposure, writes advocate who helps veterans navigate the VA claims process.
Editorial cartoons for July 14, 2024: Biden’s campaign crisis, Trump and Project 2025
The week in visual commentary.