Life begins at the point of conception. No one can deny that after a human being is conceived, it will develop into the very same being as those debating this issue. more

As many of you remember from the 1980s, I used to give talks and presentations around the Bronx to school parent associations and community groups about the dangers of heavy metal music and its connections to satanism. more

Lou Deholczer claims vindication in his conclusion that the “Russian collusion hoax” was funded by the Clinton campaign. That is a perfect example of the Trump administration’s mastery of “alternative facts.” more

For weeks now, I have seen three RVs parked on the Henry Hudson Parkway East service road. They have not moved, and there are no signs of parking tickets on their windshields. more

In the upcoming 2022 elections, Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz is running for re-election for his umpteenth term of office. Running to unseat him is a “perennial” candidate, George Diaz — a progressive Democrat — and Jessica Altagracia Woolford, a true progressive’s Democrat. more

I just sent a letter to U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer, telling him it’s not too hysterical to say that the sky is falling. Democracy truly is in peril. more

Did you see Joe Namath under that red banner titled “Medicare Helpline”? more

It grieved me to learn of the death of Ruth Mullen a few months ago. Although the intersection where Ruth lost her life has been improved, our city officials must do much more to prevent future traffic tragedies in our neighborhood. more

In January, many will start the new year with goals to exercise more, eat better, and lose weight. January also will be when newly elected public servants — or incumbents starting another term — take office across New York state. more

In the past year, 800,000 souls were lost to the coronavirus pandemic. Another 100,000 perished in the opioid epidemic. And yet another 100,000 lost to gun violence. more