To a contrarian like me, constant advice not to do something almost always starts me quickly down the risky, unpopular path.

In our democracy, near equality is no equality. Government either treats everyone the same, or it doesn't. And right now it doesn't.

I believe in Judaism, I was raised a Jew, I'm happy to be one - or proud to be one.

Whatever you may think of the proposed mosque and community center, lost in the heat of the debate has been a basic question: Should government attempt to deny private citizens the right to build a house of worship on private property based on their particular religion?

You're entitled to your own opinions, but not your own facts.

We all must recognize that homeland security funds should be allocated by threat and no other reason.

We've shown the world that New York can never be defeated, because of its dynamic and diverse population and because it embodies the spirit of enterprise and the love of liberty. And because no matter who you are, if you believe in yourself and your dream, New York will always be the place for you.