9/11 holiday bill, Letters

New holidays

While the desire to establish a federal holiday in honor of the victims of the 9/11 attacks is noble, there are concerns about its implications (“Federal holiday push,” Sept. 8).

Initially, the idea of a holiday was rejected due to fears that it could be commercialized and lose its significance, much like Memorial Day. Additionally, there were worries that the holiday could be misconstrued as a day of celebration rather than a solemn remembrance of those who lost their lives on 9/11.

Despite the calls to “never forget” after 9/11, there are concerns that the memory of the tragedy is fading. Recent protests on college campuses hint at a disturbing trend of commemorating similar atrocities on our own streets.

A more fitting approach would be a solemn and vigilant remembrance, similar to how we honor Pearl Harbor. Therefore, it is suggested that Rep. Anthony D’Esposito withdraw his bill.

Deirdre Harvey,

Valley Stream

Miami vice

The body camera footage accompanying the story about Miami Dolphins star Tyreek Hill’s encounter with the police shed light on the incident (“‘I could have been better,'” Sept. 12).

It is evident from the video that Hill was taken aback by the fact that the officers treated him like any other individual when they pulled him over for reckless driving and speeding, despite his status as a professional athlete.

A similar scenario played out with his teammate Calais Campbell, who disregarded an officer’s instructions to move his illegally parked SUV on a busy road.

These instances highlight law enforcement officers acting professionally and not giving in to special treatment. It is a refreshing sight.

Charles Winokoor,

Fall River, Mass.

Eyes on Merchan

Rep. Elise Stefanik has been proactive in her efforts on behalf of former President Donald Trump and should be commended for exposing Judge Juan Merchan’s conflict of interest (“New Rep. Stef slap at judge,” Sept. 7).

Her dedication to her work is evident, and her actions are aimed at ensuring Trump’s victory in November. If other members of the House GOP follow her lead, there is potential for unity in the final two months leading up to the election.

Ron Zajicek,

Cortland

Traffic nightmare

The article “Morning snag bummer NJ commuters” presents a compelling case for extending the No. 7 subway line to New Jersey Transit’s Secaucus Junction station instead of the costly Gateway Tunnel project (Sept. 11).

Imagine the convenience of a direct connection linking New Jersey, Penn Station, Grand Central, and more with a single fare of $2.75. This would greatly benefit commuters traveling to colleges, entertainment venues, and shopping centers.

Residents of New Jersey would have easier access to Manhattan’s East Side, and commuters on the Metro North Railroad and Long Island Rail Road would have a new option for traveling to and from New Jersey.

Overall, this proposal would benefit riders and taxpayers from both states.

Larry Penner,

Great Neck

Crooked Cuomo

Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s recent testimony underscores why politicians are often seen as untrustworthy (“Same old lies – & now we’ve got the proof,” Sept. 11).

He attempted to shift blame onto Trump for his handling of the COVID crisis, despite having previously praised the former president for his leadership. This inconsistency is a major reason why Cuomo is viewed unfavorably.

Frank Barnett,

Queens

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