Raising concerns over ID access, safety
Home security; it’s one of the basic human needs. That peace of mind that comes from the certainty that our dwellings are protecting us from a cruel world outside—well, that is what turns any house, from your parent’s house to…
Web Exclusive – The Word of Troy
Last Week’s Record: 8-5 Season Record: 66-51 What were they thinking? That’s the question I found myself asking on numerous occasions during this past week’s action. I understand that during last week’s edition I said that this week’s column would…
When separation of church, state breaks down who defines God?
"As I read Lori Moreth’s article "Liberals Crowd out God with Political Correctness" (Oct. 1), I could not help but think: who gets to define God? "Sharon Crowley in her book "Towards Civil Discourse: Rhetoric and Fundamentalism" (2006), states that,…
Tea Party should prepare for disappointment as they take to Washington
"The midterm elections are finally over. For those who did not pay attention, the Republicans have reclaimed the House of Representatives and the Democrats narrowly escaped with the Senate. "So far there has been the predictable doom and gloom from…
Right takes back House
"The 2010 midterm election was a rallying cry by the American people to take back our country. Perhaps this was the first time that Democrats, Independents, Republicans and other groups joined together in an effort to remove undesirables from Congress…
Separation of church, state absent from Constitution
Over the years, we have heard that public schools must stop school prayer. Christmas is now Winter Holiday, Christmas trees are banned from government offices as well as schools and in some government buildings, such as court rooms and town…
Intrinsic drive, self-motivation lacking among college population
In my short time here at Oswego State, I have come to learn that college isn’t for everyone. I constantly find many people who are not actively pursuing their own paths to fulfillment and happiness, as well as those seeking…
Williams’ firing forces examination of race, religion
Last week, National Public Radio news correspondent Juan Williams was fired after making some disparaging remarks about Muslims on the Fox News program "The O’Reilly Factor." Williams told host Bill O’Reilly that when on airplanes, the sight of Muslims still…
Are we all gang members?
According to www.sohh.com, on Oct. 7, the rapper Jay-Z had been targeted by the Miami Police Department in an online gang activity poster. He was depicted as a stereotypical illustration of a gang member. The poster was posted on the…
Web Exclusive – The Word of Troy
Last Week’s Record: 8-6 Season Record: 48-42 Generally speaking, it’s par for the course to have a handful of players go down with concussions over the span of the NFL Regular Season. But Sunday was enough to make any football…
