Poll after poll shows that most Americans believe the United States is more divided than usual. With many contentious issues appearing to lack compromises, constructive policies can emerge, but zealots on either side must have no greater influence in the debate, and solutions must be based not on either side’s so-called “facts,” but rather on the truth.
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By Brian Curran
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5/24/24
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Celebrating 125 years, Nassau County, formed in 1898 from parts of Queens, has become New York’s fifth-largest county, known for its spacious homes, quiet neighborhoods, excellent schools, rich history, and vibrant community spirit.
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5/24/24
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After months of contentious budget negotiations, the State Legislature and Gov. Kathy Hochul recently agreed to a historic $237 billion state spending plan.
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By Karl Valere
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5/24/24
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Everyone agrees that there is a massive lack of bipartisanship in today’s political arena. Washington, D.C., is the poster child for warfare between Democrats and Republicans. Which is why my recent trip to Albany was a throwback to times gone by. I refer specifically to an event known as the Pilots Dinner.
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By Jerry Kremer
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5/24/24
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Our elected officials resist finding common ground, and prefer vilifying opponents instead of seeking compromise. Consequently, many New York voters have abandoned both parties, declaring a pox on the houses of both Democrats and Republicans.
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By Jack Martins
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5/24/24
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Wantagh brought a considerable experience advantage as well as a seven-goal, regular-season win over South Side into what proved to be a thrilling Nassau Class C girls’ lacrosse semifinal …
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By Tony Bellissimo
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5/23/24
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The Wantagh School District's $91.7 million budget for the 2024-25 academic year was approved on Tuesday. 1,390 voters said yes to the budget, which includes a 2.72% tax levy increase.
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5/21/24
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The MacArthur flag football team’s first playoff game on May 15 against Valley Stream District swung on an unconventional defensive play that senior linebacker Hailey Metzger mastered this …
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By Andrew Coen
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5/20/24
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Wantagh High School sophomore Faith Stallone educated the community about local food insecurities, which earned her the Girl Scout’s prestigious Gold Award.
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By Charles Shaw
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5/17/24
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Seaford school district superintendents zeroed in on capital projects at a discussion of next week’s budget vote at a hearing on May 9.
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By Charles Shaw
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5/17/24
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