By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist It already seems clear that the first major political and culture eruption of the Biden years will be a roiling populist backlash against the next round of COVID restrictions. We saw this sentiment play out … [Read more...] about The coming COVID backlash
Opinion
Editorial
Some lessons of COVID The year 2020 will go down as one of the pivotal in modern history. The coronavirus pandemic has shown modern life’s benefits, but it has also shown some of its flaws. Those flaws have shown themselves writ large in the … [Read more...] about Editorial
Black Lives Matter issues failed
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist Black Lives Matter came up with the single most effective political slogan of the year. While no one was likely to be overly impressed with Joe Biden's line, "Build Back Better," and Donald … [Read more...] about Black Lives Matter issues failed
Editorial
The Mayflower Compact When Puritans left England in May of 1620, they were unsure what lay ahead for them, knowing they had to endure months at sea making the crossing. They were looking to create a “Shining City on a Hill” filled with … [Read more...] about Editorial
Trumpstaying power displayed
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist Pending the outcome in a few key states, Donald Trump may be leaving the White House, but he's not exiting the room. The fiercest Never Trump critics hoped for -- and wishfully predicted -- a … [Read more...] about Trumpstaying power displayed
Editorial
Yesterday, we celebrated Veterans Day, a commemoration of all those who served – and those who died – wearing the uniform of the nation. Originating as Armistice Day, Nov. 11, 1918, it was dedicated to the end of what was then known as “The Great … [Read more...] about Editorial
Letters
Vote No The question on the November ballot regarding proposed changes to the West Haven City Charter is a NO vote for me. That the current City Charter is badly in need of revision and update in beyond dispute. The Charter Revision … [Read more...] about Letters
Charter revision looks to future
By John M. Carrano Majority Leader, CRC The proposed Charter is not about any past or present administration, this is about the future, and our ability to learn from the past while recognizing it is time to demand the best for our city. … [Read more...] about Charter revision looks to future
Editorial
Election is about order versus totalitarian rule Throw out the names. This election on November 3 is not about Donald Trump or Joseph Biden. It’s not about personalities or preferences. It is about preserving the nation and the Constitution … [Read more...] about Editorial
Court fight over Barrett fizzles
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist The Supreme Court fight of the century is, so far, a fizzle.The ratio of progressive outrage over the nomination of federal Judge Amy Coney Barrett to supposed reasons that the U.S. Senate shouldn't … [Read more...] about Court fight over Barrett fizzles