A government that defied a king now serves one
Laurelton: Since President Trump assumed power, I’ve watched him (just to name a few): pardon and release 263 violent felons who attacked the Capitol, resulting in many crippling injuries on innocents who tried to protect it and even claiming the lives of five police officers; terminate hard-working federal employees from their livelihoods without just cause; and completely dismantle USAID, which has not only medically cared for millions of sick and ailing people throughout the world but has protected and safeguarded our country from contracting diseases that sprouted in other lands and could have found their way here.
These are only a few of the catastrophic decisions he has implemented that will gravely harm millions, if not billions, of innocent lives. But my umbrage doesn’t come from this one man, but from the Republican senators and representatives who remain silent, and when questioned about their leader’s behavior, either defend it or say nothing.
On March 23, 1775, it was Founding Father Patrick Henry who said, “Give me liberty or give me death.” Back then, our Continental Congress did just that, voting to stand up against England. Every one of them who signed our Declaration of Independence knew it could be declared an act of treason punishable by death.
Today, according to author Todd Garlington, it is more than obvious that our Congress stands by his quote: Once, people said, “Give me liberty or give me death.” Now they say, “Make me a slave, just pay me enough.” Celestino P. Monclova
Job eliminator
White Plains, N.Y.: The Biden administration created hundreds of thousands of jobs in four years. Bone Spurs has eliminated tens of thousands of jobs and counting in just one month. I wonder how many workers who lost their jobs voted for this con man. Steve Howe
Laugh a little
Syosset, L.I.: From a Trumpster to other Trumpsters: You really need to lighten up about Tom Hanks’ hilarious bit on “Black Jeopardy!” on “SNL.” Leave it to the left to get apoplectic about every sarcastic or otherwise humor-intended thing that’s said about some identity, group or other collection of people. Whether you’re on the right or left — c’mon, it’s a joke! Drew Oringer
Bully boys
Manhattan: I feel as though I’ve awakened in a junior high school classroom where the very lowest of the low, those in the remedial classes, have somehow managed to wrest control of student government. Their entire beings are now singularly focused on gleefully taking vengeance on the cool, smart, popular kids whom they furiously blame for their own deep-seated and crippling pathological insecurities. “We’re gonna show them!” they giggle girlishly. “Shock and awe! High five!” I hate to break this to you, kids, but at the end of the day you are never going to be cool, smart or popular. You will forever remain incessantly aggrieved, criminal half-wits desperately searching for ways to feel better about yourselves, as your increasingly pronounced, bitter self-loathing continues to rule your lives. It’s a lose/lose. Anne Stockton
Not official
Bronx: Government employees are being fired through a non-government email address. That would mean that it is not official and they still have their jobs. Wasn’t it Trump saying “lock her up” for using non-official email addresses? W. Twirley
Don’s data?
Monroe, N.J.: Isn’t it amazing that a man who has kept medical records, income documents, school records and tax returns under wraps is sending his co-president and his hoard of “investigators” to have access to information on U.S. citizens? Will his information be included in this data collection as well? Will it finally be released? Katherine A. Moloney
Worthy endeavor
Brooklyn: Phantom Social Security numbers, government waste and federal employees not doing their jobs should be of concern to all Americans. Yet, when these same issues happen to be exposed by Elon Musk, the left and its media enablers blame the messenger: “collusion, interference, invasion of privacy,” they say. Despite what one might think of DOGE, Musk’s unveiling of massive government corruption and waste will lead to less spending by and more accountability for our government. The waste and corruption Joe Biden’s White House engaged in, which would be criminal if someone in the private sector engaged in such acts, should not be left to stand. I don’t care if Musk is cozying up to Trump or if his cryptocurrency has access to government data. I care about the message: Our government should do only good, every day. Howard Jay Meyer
How’d it go, though?
Whiting, N.J.: Voicer John O’Hara asks us to “consider the role Jack Smith played” in the last election, referencing the focus on the (lack of) prosecution of Mayor Adams. Answer: not much of one, based on whose large derrière is sitting behind the Resolute desk. Bill McConnell
Natural drift
Brooklyn: Is anyone surprised that Adams is contemplating running for mayor as a Republican? I think we all know that was part of his deal with Demon Spawn Donny and real President Muskrat. Adams is a traitor to all New Yorkers! It was quite obvious that he was bucking for the favor of a pardon from his new BFF, Trump. Corrupt loves corrupt! His self-interests are what have always driven him, no matter how much he has preached his love and concern for NYC and our residents. But watch out, Eric! Once you lose the election, Donny Boy will have no use for you here. However, I’m sure he will find a place for you in his cult — I mean administration. You will fit right in! Susan Cassano
Cosmic candidates
Manhattan: I think it would be absolutely marvelous if we, as native New Yorkers, could somehow convince NASA that Gov. Hochul and Mayor Adams would both make ideal candidates for possible future human settlement on the planet Mars. Their input would be beyond reproach and set a standard for all future interplanetary endeavors and research by members of the human race. Patrick O’Neill
With gratitude
Linden, N.J.: To Biden, in the words of Leslie Bricusse: “Thank you very much / Thank you very much / That’s the nicest thing that anyone’s ever done for me / The future looks alright / In fact, it looks so bright / I feel as if they’re polishing the sun for me / And if I had a cannon, I would fire it / To add a sort of celebration touch / But since I left my cannon at home / I’ll simply have to say / Thank you very, very, very much.” Phil Caniphile
What’s the difference?
Forest Hills: To Voicer Peter McCarthy: I respectfully ask this question since you mentioned this point in your letter: “We don’t live in a democracy! We live in a republic.” So, what rights don’t I have under a republic that I and others think we have under a democracy? I thank you in advance for your reply. Also, the Pledge of Allegiance is a pledge, not a history lesson. Carol Miles
More, please
Staten Island: I agree with Voicer Charlene Black: What a great Voice of the People in Saturday’s paper. I was very impressed with the young people’s opinions. They made a lot more sense than some adults who write in. Charlene was right, this should be done more often. Maybe a once-a-month feature? Lynn Fodor
Cascading costs
Manhattan: I live below 60th St. I haven’t seen a significant reduction in weekday traffic but there is much less on the weekends. A friend who drove with his family from Westchester to SoHo every Sunday for brunch, shopping and dinner now says there are many fine restaurants and shops north of 60th St. He no longer works full-time at his downtown office, opting for more remote work. The $9 toll adds up to hundreds of dollars a month, which is several thousand a year for many. As a Central Business District resident, there is an additional cost. The tuna salad sandwich that cost $6 in January is now $9. While the wholesaler’s delivery cost might have gone up 10%, they charge the retailer an additional 15%. The retailer then increases the price to the consumer 20% to 30%. Local businesses all see congestion pricing as an excuse to justify more profit. Vincent Novak
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