Opinion

OPINION: New York’s Climate Plan may put CHIPS on Ice

There is no doubt that the global semiconductor-chip shortage is problematic across many sectors. Read More
OPINION: The New York State Fair is Bigger and Better than Ever

Each year, New Yorkers and visitors from around the country are treated to world-class entertainment, quality locally grown produce, contests, music and more at the Great New York State Fair. Read More
OPINION: Taiwan conflict highlights U.S.-China challenges

America’s policy toward Taiwan is complicated to say the least. Taiwan is a democratic society in the shadow of autocratic China. It’s an economic and technological power and a key U.S. trading partner. We have similar values and strong people-to-people ties. We support Taiwan’s self-defense. Read More
CEO FOCUS: Syracuse Surge Programs Prepare Local Talent for In-Demand Careers

Ensuring local talent has the skills and experience to meet the needs of employers is critical to our region’s economic progress. Likewise, efforts to attract a semiconductor manufacturer to the White Pine mega site in Clay must also include the preparation of community members to fill any new job opportunities. Read More
OPINION: Back-to-School Shopping is a Big Challenge Amid High Inflation

Even under the best economic conditions, back-to-school shopping can be financially challenging. Read More
OPINION: New U.S. Inflation Law is Misguided and Disastrous

The worst impulse of career politicians in Washington, D.C. is to throw money at a problem without having any idea of how to fix it. Read More
OPINION: Gov. Hochul needs to Keep Farm OT Threshold at 60 Hours

For nearly two years, my colleagues in the Assembly Minority Conference and I have been imploring the Farm Laborers Wage Board to keep the overtime threshold for farm workers at 60 hours per week. Read More
OPINION: U.S. relations with the Americas deserve attention

Some of the United States’ most important relationships are with other countries in the Americas. They often receive less attention than they deserve. These relationships can be challenging, but there are few challenges more important than working effectively with our neighbors. Read More
OPINION: Gov. Hochul using COVID as a Political Tool is Abhorrent

As a rule, most emergencies are obvious to the individuals experiencing them. Read More