Opinion
Both people and politicians must come together to have further dialogue on what a merger could mean for Syracuse, Onondaga County
The Daily Orange Editorial Board encourages further discussions about a potential plan to merge the governments of the city of Syracuse and Onondaga County. Read more »
Teacher-student racial gap in Syracuse and Rochester is being addressed with push toward teacher diversity, but more effort is needed
Liberal columnist Cole Jermyn explains how initiatives for increased teacher diversity in the Rochester and Syracuse city school districts will help bridge the gap between students and teachers. Read more »
After Middlebury, Syracuse University should foster free speech, invite Charles Murrary to speak
Syracuse University professor Matthew Mulvaney calls on the university to foster a free speech environment after the turned-violent protest of social scientist Charles Murray at Middlebury College. Read more »
Here’s why central New York-based Chobani is deserving of its rank as 9th most innovative company in the world
Business columnist Daniel Strauss explains why Chobani, the central New York-based Greek yogurt company, has had such monstrous success. Read more »
New York state measure to give former inmates new start in public housing should be welcomed
The Daily Orange Editorial Board applauds a state-funded pilot program that will allow former inmates to live in public housing with their families following release. Read more »
Throwing environmental side effects out the window, Cuomo prevents passage of plastic bag tax bill in New York City
Environment columnist Lydia Niles criticizes New York state Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s decision to block a bill that would impose a 5-cent tax on all plastic bags in New York City. Read more »
Our Reader: Good Samaritan 5K, 10K races fundraise to make quality, affordable healthcare available for those in need
Richard Carrier of East Syracuse promotes the fourth annual Good Samaritan Race on April 22 in Liverpool. Read more »
Committee focused on undocumented students at Syracuse University is first step in protecting vulnerable community
The Daily Orange Editorial Board supports Syracuse University’s creation of the Ad Hoc Committee on Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals. Read more »
Why central New York is emerging as a drone industry hub
Business columnist Alex Straus makes his case for why central New York, and the city of Syracuse in particular, is a prime location for drone innovation. Read more »
Campus Framework forum was engaging, but failed to provide concrete updates about infrastructure plan
The Daily Orange Editorial Board discusses why Tuesday’s forum fell flat in providing substantive information about the Campus Framework to the Syracuse University community. Read more »
It’s hard to say if the SAFE Act is reducing gun violence, but that’s not reason to repeal it
Liberal columnist Ryan Dunn explains why it’s difficult to determine whether the New York state SAFE Act is actually reducing gun violence, but argues that more signs point to yes than no. Read more »
Campus board will hopefully increase communication between Syracuse University community and administration about infrastructure
The Daily Orange Editorial Board commends the Syracuse University administration for the creation of the Campus Facilities Advisory Board. Read more »
Yale rightfully renames college dedicated to white supremacist, but decision was more complicated than it seems
Student Life columnist Brendan Germain explains why Yale University’s decision to rename Calhoun College was admirable, but more complicated than choosing between backwardness and progress. Read more »
‘Moonlight’ winning Best Picture demonstrates a Hollywood that embraces black, queer characters, rather than ignore them
Gender and Sexuality columnist Gene Wang explains why “Moonlight” winning Best Picture signals a necessary shift to a future of films that tell the stories of underrepresented peoples. Read more »
Student Association report is an admirable step in improving mental health at Syracuse University
The Daily Orange Editorial Board commends the Syracuse University Student Association for its work on a report addressing mental health on SU’s campus. Read more »
Reader responds to Feb. 23 Syracuse.com article on Cuomo's plan to save nuclear plants
Madison Albert, an environmental protection project leader for NYPIRG, responds to a Feb. 23 Syracuse.com article about Gov. Andrew Cuomo's plan to fund upstate New York nuclear plants. Read more »
