News by Howard Roark

News by Howard Roark on South Shore Press


Jun 29, 2024

Presidential Debate: End of Democracy

The Democrats spend a great deal of time talking about "threats to our democracy". January 6, Donald Trump and MAGA Republicans are a few of the most common "threats" cited. At the South Shore Press we have consistently tried to frame that narrative through its proper lens. Our "democracy" is nothing more than the people's ability to choose their elected leaders and replace them when they fail to enact the will of those same people. As long as that process exists, and the elections are fair and honest, our "democracy" is intact. Period.

Dec 6, 2023

Santos Expulsion: NY Republicans Push Effort and Side with Democrats Again

On Friday, December 1, George Santos was voted out of the House of Representatives by a vote of 311-114 (2 present). An overwhelming majority of Democrats voted in favor, while a substantial percentage of Republicans voted against. The move to oust Santos has been pursued and led by local Congressman Nick LaLota for several months now, and the Democrats finally delivered the outcome he desired.

Nov 8, 2023

Don't Follow the "Leader": A Lesson in Hypocrisy and Salvation

Don't Follow the "Leader": A Lesson in Hypocrisy and Salvation

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Education

Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk

Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.


Plaintiffs Allege Unconstitutional Tax Practices Against Nassau County Over Frozen Assessments

The Town Supervisor for Babylon along with other local figures has initiated a lawsuit against Nassau County and several New York State entities over alleged unconstitutional tax practices resulting from frozen property assessments.


Debt collection agency and banks accused of deceptive practices in federal lawsuit

A federal lawsuit accuses a debt collection agency and several financial institutions of using deceptive practices to intimidate consumers.