I recently highlighted results from the Siena Research Institute’s latest statewide poll, specifically pointing out that 60% of respondents viewed the migrant crisis as a major problem and more than 80% see the cost of living in New York as a top concern. According to Siena, “In Read More …
The chaos continues in New York State. With upwards of 60% of New Yorkers pointing to New York’s border crisis as a “major problem” in the most recent statewide poll from the Siena Research Institute, there remains no true response from state and federal leaders to Read More …
It’s worth repeating that New Yorkers across the Southern Tier and Finger Lakes regions, and statewide, are worried about making ends meet. On top of that overriding concern, they see this state becoming less safe, even less affordable, less free, less economically competitive, less responsible, Read More …
This year’s 9/11 observance arrives at a particularly divisive and disruptive time in our nation. In far too many American cities and communities, including many throughout New York State, an escalating crisis of lawlessness and violence continues to create a dangerous and threatening climate for Read More …
The perfect storm out of Albany and spreading throughout this state keeps growing more ominous: A rising tide of migrants from the southern border. An ever-building wave of Medicaid spending. The steady spread of population losses. The darkening clouds of crime and lawlessness. Disturbingly, it’s Read More …
Reports, including one directly from the state Division of the Budget (DOB) in mid-July, continue to show that New York State will face serious budget shortfalls in the years ahead. According to the DOB’s updated financial plan in July, the budget forecast showed cumulative state Read More …
The greatest hits just keep coming out of Albany. Unfortunately, it goes on sounding like a broken record of irresponsibility and recklessness – especially on the economic and fiscal fronts. Over the past several months, particularly since the enactment of a final 2023-2024 state budget Read More …
The latest far-left marching orders from a New York State government under one-party control remain alarming, to say the least. In last week’s column, I provided an update on the state’s worsening migrant crisis and the lack of accountability and transparency that continues to define Read More …
It’s no secret that the crisis at the nation’s southern border has established an epicenter right here in New York State — with no end in sight. In fact, it’s just beginning. Since last spring, New York City has received an influx of more than Read More …
There’s nothing like a summer heat wave to focus attention on the need for reliable sources of energy. Unfortunately, according to a recent analysis from the New York State Independent System Operator (NSYIO), which essentially functions as the overseer of a reliable energy supply for Read More …
