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New York legislators would be wise to cast their votes cautiously.  

Trampling truth is a feature, not a bug, of nasty political strategies.

The Buffalo killings are a dark moment that can also show us the way to hope.

Early-warning laws could have saved lives in Buffalo and elsewhere, but did not.

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Donald Trump has been effectively above the law since the 1970s.

It is a vile and stupid stew of racism and antisemitism.

Thankfully, in most cases, truth and inclusivity won over falsehoods.

Those facing this situation deserve mercy, compassion, and the freedom to choose.

What's most sickening is how much of it was wholly avoidable.

Stock prices and the value of cryptocurrencies have been hammered.

Democrats hope to spur a massive turnout of women voters.

Legislator, who lives next door to family, says it's a privilege to call the Island home.

North Hempstead issue highlights deeper problems within town government.

It's best to deny the shooters the attention and legitimacy they sought. 

Republicans were obsessed with fictional voter fraud long before Trump.