Opinion

Unique and independent views on the latest local, national and international issues written and selected by the Newsday Editorial Board.

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Opinion: Paying teachers what they are worth

Education is largely a local issue paid for by local property taxes. A president has precisely nothing to do with that.

• Commentary Opinion: Biden's abortion flip damaged his 2020 prospects

  For more than 40 years, Biden supported the Hyde Amendment, which bars federal funding for abortions.

• Commentary Opinion: On impeachment, Pelosi has to pick her poison

  Pelosi clearly believes impeachment is a political trap, and she may be right.

• Commentary Opinion: Going carbon neutral in NYS not the way to go

  Lawmakers in Albany must pass the strongest version of the Climate and Community Protection Act.

• Opinion Opinion: See Matt Davies' latest cartoon

  See Matt Davies' latest Newsday cartoon by clicking above.

• News Editorial: Make legal immigration easier

  There are ways to lessen illegal immigration while smoothing the path for workers the U.S. needs.

• Editorial Editorial: Modernize state laws

  Times have changed. The law must, too.

• Randi F. Marshall Marshall: Is a prevailing wage deal on the horizon?

  Getting to a deal will likely come down to the wire.

• Opinion The Point: Wagering on a wage deal in Albany

  Today's point discusses prevailing wage, LIPA and The Democratic National Committee’s June debate lineup.

• Letters Letter: U.S. trade policy on a roller-coaster ride

  Reader letters to Newsday about the state of America's international trade policy.

• Letters Letter: Disgraceful treatment of our first responders

  Reader letters to Newsday about the Victim Compensation Fund.

• Letters Letters: Debate over licenses for those here illegally

  Reader letters to Newsday about licenses for people in the country illegally.