There are always, of course, job losses of a cyclical nature in a recession.

Transportation spending is a win-win proposition.

Our nation and those of the developed world must offer our own resistance to despot leaders who seek to commit murder on the basis of religion or race.

The residents and elected officials of Long Island have fought vigorously for many years and spent millions of dollars to preserve the quality of life that the Long Island Sound offers.

Real economic stimulus comes from real investment.

The people who do not get jobs are often the most vulnerable in our society, and joblessness is a terrible plight for anyone who suffers from it.

We need to get serious about combating gang violence on Long Island, and the entire nation.