Letters to the Editor — August 3, 2025
I hate Sweeney Around four decades ago, Brook Shields starred in a Calvin Klein commercial, asking, “Do you know what’s going on between me and Calvin? Is there nothing?” But what’s the deal with Sydney Sweeney and those American Eagle jeans ads? It stirred quite the reaction among some folks online. Delray Beach, Florida. Canadian […]
Renaming Melania at the Kennedy Center and additional letters
Melania’s Name Renaming the Kennedy Center Opera House after First Lady Melania Trump would be quite unfortunate. During his presidency from 2017 to 2020, Donald Trump never attended the Kennedy Center honors. In fact, he seemed quite uninterested in the center for years. It’s a shame that lawmakers are pushing Melania’s name into the fundraising […]
Bill Clinton Among Those Who Contributed Letters to Epstein’s Birthday Book
Epstein’s Birthday Letters Unveiled According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, former President Bill Clinton and other high-profile figures were part of a group that sent birthday letters to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, who died in 2003. The report discusses a “leather tied album” specifically made for Epstein’s birthday, which included various […]
The much-anticipated end of Colbert: Letters
Issue: CBS cancels “Late Show with Stephen Colbert” amid major financial losses. The cancellation of “Late Show with Stephen Colbert” isn’t the result of some grand conspiracy. It’s all about money. Fewer viewers mean less revenue. Maybe it’s time for all late-night hosts to study the legends like Johnny Carson and Jay Leno. There’s a […]
Voters’ Zohran Mamdani expresses concerns: Letters
Issue: Socialist, anti-politics, anti-Semitism record of New York City candidate Zohran Mamdani Zohran Mamdani resembles a seasoned politician. He’s adept at presenting one image while claiming the opposite for years. It’s almost like a game (“Zohran Rich & $Hare It,” July 16th). It seems he’s already managed to charm someone like Gerold Nadler, who supports […]
Mail prices have increased: Updated costs for sending letters
USPS Increases Prices for First-Class Mail The US Postal Service has recently raised prices for first-class mail, marking another round of cost increases in recent years. In April, the USPS announced these price hikes as part of their efforts to reach financial stability. The latest adjustment took effect on Sunday, resulting in a 7.4% increase […]
Support for Mamdani from the UFT: Letters
Concern: The Federation of Teachers Backs Zohran Mamdani. The endorsement from the New York City Federation of Teachers for Zohran Mamdani communicates a strong message about the future of our educational system. We’re at a critical point. This choice could lead to an exodus of the diligent middle class from the city. If he gets […]
Letters on Trump tariffs: Ongoing list of nations and rates
President Trump has issued a warning about increased tariff rates that will affect countries exporting goods to the U.S., suggesting that these changes necessitate a reevaluation of U.S. trade policies. On April 2, Trump announced a set of “mutual” tariffs involving numerous countries, aimed at calculating tariff rates based on trade deficits. However, following a […]
The NEA’s divide with the ADL over antisemitism: Letters
Issue: The National Education Association reduces relations with the Prevention Prevention League. The National Education Association’s decision to sever ties with the Prevention Disability League, the nation’s oldest citizenship organization, raises serious concerns about anti-Semitism and broader prejudices (“NEA AX of ADL,” July 9). In light of the recent tragic events marking the worst Jewish […]
U.S. Futures Drop After Trump Announces Tariff Letters Will Be Dispatched Today
Top Line US stock futures have surged following President Donald Trump’s announcement that his administration would begin sending letters to trading partners regarding unilateral tariff rates. Important facts All major US futures indexes dropped significantly early Friday, with the S&P 500 futures leading the decline, down about 0.6%, which translates to a loss of 6,288 […]