We are publishing the views and opinions of the folks who take the time to write them. It’s as simple as that. Yes, we do state a position of our own from time to time—in our editorials, where our opinion belongs. And frankly, even our editorials are generally geared toward finding a middle ground both sides of the aisle can embrace.…
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What most people think of as socialism is often more about the ideology or political movement that advocates for it, rather than the actual economic system. At its core, socialism involves public ownership of the means of production and the elimination of private property—concepts largely absent from American policy debates.…
Why are these vicious attempts to destroy Trump failing? And how will removing him save our democracy?…
I heard him say first thing today that he “couldn’t care less” anyway. What a wonderful thing to say by a president! Which explains a lot—in fact, everything!…
For years, Trump and his loyal consiglieri Stephen Miller have demonized immigrants, portraying them as criminals and invaders while simultaneously relying on their labor to sustain key sectors of the economy, including Trump’s numerous holdings in the hospitality industry.…
One of the 2,000+ “No Kings” rallies and protests held nationwide, the gathering was part of Indivisible Cherry Valley’s efforts to preserve democracy and stand up against an increasingly authoritarian administration.…
The embrace of our performing and visual arts is driving Oneonta’s renaissance, and the Al Gallodoro Memorial Stage is striking evidence of this new era we’ve entered. The stage is a work of art that provides a continuous connection to the audience, and a unique integration to the space around it.…
Polly Renckens was the first executive director of Otsego 2000, an organization that was founded as Friends of P.R.O.T.E.C.T. to challenge the proposed location of the Marcy South powerline along the eastern ridge of Otsego Lake.…
The mood of the day was overall peaceful, even joyful. It just felt good to be among kindred spirits—good to be showing up and speaking out for justice, equality, democracy and the overall well-being of “we the people.”…
Many people misunderstand the good points of rounding up various people and deporting them. I am all in favor of it, as long as they are truly criminals. For example, I know of a man with recent multiple convictions, by judge and jury trials...…