National issues for ‘25 With the beginning of a new administration, and the end of what will be seen as one of the worst administrations in the nation’s history, there are things we hope will be accomplished in the next few years that will … [Read more...] about Editorial
Opinion
Fiscal hawks never get a win
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist It feels like 2013 again. Back then, a beleaguered Republican Speaker of the House was forced into a government shutdown by firebrands in his caucus who considered him insufficiently pure. … [Read more...] about Fiscal hawks never get a win
Editorial
Our wishes for 2025 With the turning of a new year, we at the Voice traditionally set our sights on those issues we hope are to be faced and, with challenging work, completed over the next 12 months. The year 2024 was one of profound change in … [Read more...] about Editorial
Mayor reflects on progress made in one year
By Dorinda Borer Mayor of West Haven Happy New Year! It's hard to believe that just last month marked the one-year anniversary of my tenure as Chief Executive Officer of this great city. It's a perfect moment to reflect on the progress … [Read more...] about Mayor reflects on progress made in one year
The intellectual collapse of DEI
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist DEI is a bad idea whose time came with a vengeance several years ago, but now its continued ascendancy is in doubt. Perhaps the most important event this year outside of the presidential election … [Read more...] about The intellectual collapse of DEI
Trans moralism kills Dems
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist Trans moralism is killing the Democrats "How dare you say that" isn't a persuasive political argument. Yet the side that has believed it can bully its way to victory on cultural issues by … [Read more...] about Trans moralism kills Dems
The toxicity of ‘Woke’ ideas
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist The Harris campaign is a testament to the toxicity of woke politics We've passed the peak of woke politics in the U.S., and the Harris for president campaign was the leading indicator. Of all the … [Read more...] about The toxicity of ‘Woke’ ideas
Letters
Be responsible while drinking on holiday It’s almost turkey day, and with the Thanksgiving holiday quickly approaching, preparations are well underway. Turkeys have been bought, beer has been stocked, and loved ones are traveling from near and … [Read more...] about Letters
GOP winning trans debate
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnis There used to be a time when Republican elected officials and candidates shied away from talking about trans issues. They didn't want to appear extreme or intolerant. Why bother wading into a … [Read more...] about GOP winning trans debate
Editorial
Helping the city’s needy With the coming of fall and the upcoming holiday season, which seems to start with Halloween for some people, we will note the uptick of events and collections that will aid the city’s needy by collecting foodstuffs. … [Read more...] about Editorial