By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist The figure of Napoleon has long been an object of fascination, but the new Ridley Scott biopic makes one wonder why. The film, perhaps inadvertently, partakes of the spirit of the times. The … [Read more...] about Movie follows familiar pattern
Opinion
Editorial
A few suggestions As of Sunday, a new administration has taken office, the result of the November 7 election. Dorinda Keenan Borer is the new mayor and controls the City Council and under-ticket offices, both of which are in the complete … [Read more...] about Editorial
Borer: ‘Let us celebrate our great city’
Good morning, everyone. Thank you very much for being here today. I know at this time of year how busy everyone is. But I want you to know how appreciative and truly humbled and honored it is to stand before you now as the 13th mayor of … [Read more...] about Borer: ‘Let us celebrate our great city’
Author Coates is a moral idiot
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist The celebrated author Ta-Nehisi Coates is not reliable regarding things he's spent considerable time thinking about here in the U.S., so it's presumably a mistake to put much stock in his newly formed … [Read more...] about Author Coates is a moral idiot
Letters
Cohen thanks voters for their support Although the election is now over, I will cherish the memories for my lifetime. Should it have been the warm greeting at your doorstep and the thoughtful conversations, or sharing our … [Read more...] about Letters
Trump and foreign policy
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist Luck is the residue of design, they say. Might it also be the residue of frightening and confusing foreign adversaries? Donald Trump's relatively crisis-free presidency in foreign affairs has … [Read more...] about Trump and foreign policy
Editorial
Consider 3 questions Next week, the voters of West Haven are asked to determine the leadership of the city over the next two years. For the first time in decades, voters have a real opportunity to select from among three viable candidates, all … [Read more...] about Editorial
Letters
Mullins rides with PD to show support This past Saturday afternoon into the evening (C-Shift), I had the opportunity to participate in a ride along with a young West Haven police officer. Out of respect for the privacy of said officer, I’m not … [Read more...] about Letters
Letters
Objects to Nelly’s characterization Apropos of the October 5 Dear Felicia column, please retire “Nelly Nuthatch,” or whoever likes to dress up and play her in the West Haven Voice. If there is one thing West Haven does not need, it is more … [Read more...] about Letters
Israel is not a colonial state
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist It doesn't take long to read or listen to anti-Israel advocacy before the word "colonial" or "colonialism" is hurled at the Jewish state. After the spasm of Hamas murder, rape, and kidnapping over … [Read more...] about Israel is not a colonial state