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Attention Needed to Prevent COVID Outbreaks in Long Term Care Facilities

July 14, 2020 National Governors Association 444 North Capitol Street, NW #267 Washington, D.C. 20001 Dear Governors, Thank you for your leadership in response to this unprecedented health crisis and the action your administrations have taken to prevent the outbreaks of COVID-19 in nursing homes and assisted living communities to protect our residents and dedicated caregivers. However, with the major spikes of COVID cases in many states across the country, we are very concerned this trend will lead to a dramatic increase in cases in long term facilities. Recent independent research by Harvard Medical School, Brown University’s School of Public... Read more →


Archbishop of Rome Writes President Trump on the Forces at Work in the US Riots

source Anglican Link The former papal nuncio to the US writes to President Trump on the spiritual Archbishop Carlo Vigano forces at work in the US riots. They are not spontaneous protests he argues, but part of a deeper plan to subvert Western Christian civilization. “[T]he attack to which you were subjected after your visit to the National Shrine of Saint John Paul II is part of the orchestrated media narrative which seeks not to fight racism and bring social order, but to aggravate dispositions; not to bring justice, but to legitimize violence and crime; not to serve the truth,... Read more →


A Letter from American Legion National Commander James W. “Bill” Oxford

June 4, 2020 Dear American Legion Family Members and Friends, In this era of uncertainty, one thing remains absolute: No community service organization responds more effectively in times of despair than The American Legion. The coronavirus has placed barricades around nearly every facet of our way of life in America. It has halted social gatherings, closed our schools and many businesses, and threatened our nation’s blood supply. But American Legion Family members have admirably served our communities, states and nation through this turbulent time. And perhaps there was no greater evidence of this than on our most hallowed holiday, Memorial... Read more →


Dear Friends and Supporters of the Camden County Hero Scholarship

Dear Loyal Friend and Supporter, We are hoping that you and your families are staying strong and healthy during these unprecedented times. We wanted to let you know that this coming Tuesday, May 5th, is being designated as “Giving Tuesday.” In the past we have not participated in this campaign, but COVID-19 has forced us to cancel all of our planned fundraising activities, causing us to lose a considerable amount of money. Therefore, we have decided to participate in Giving Tuesday to help us through these trying times. This program will be sponsored through email and social media. As you... Read more →


Dear Mr. Norcross,

As we continue to fight back against the COVID-19 outbreak and do our part in flattening the curve by social-distancing, we must not neglect our small businesses. Small businesses employ and support countless families and play a crucial role in the economic, social and cultural fabric of our community. We must do everything we can to help them get through this difficult time and back on their feet once we have weathered this storm. Answering Your Questions Earlier today, I went live on Facebook with the New Jersey Small Business Administration District Director Alfred Titone, the Southern New Jersey Development... Read more →


Letters to the Editor: Lambertville's City Council Sets The Record Straight

A recent press release by the Sierra Club of NJ regarding the City of Lambertville included a number of serious inaccuracies that called into question the trustworthiness of the administration and City Council. We are endeavoring to correct the record by laying out the facts below. To say we are using the pandemic emergency as a way to expedite any plan or process is simply not true. Here are the facts: (1) Lambertville City Council is scheduled to consider a resolution endorsing an amended affordable housing settlement agreement with Fair Share Housing at its April 23rd meeting after the resolution... Read more →


Letters to the Editor: Love and Gratitude

Dear Colleague and Friend, We’re facing challenging times right now — every single one of us. And our industry is being greatly impacted. But in these toughest of times, we also recognize that we have a lot to be grateful for – including the people who will lead us to the brighter days ahead. GIVING THANKS “Last week, I asked VISIT PHILADELPHIA to develop a series of public service announcements, on behalf of our city, to thank the extraordinary Philadelphians on the front lines of this pandemic — the men and women working hard every day to heal, protect and... Read more →


Seniors Beat Up Line Jumper

I was in a long line at 7:45 AM today at the grocery store that opened at 8 AM for seniors only. A young man came from the parking lot and tried to cut in at the front of the line, but an old lady beat him back into the parking lot with her cane. He returned and tried to cut in again but an old man punched him in the gut, then kicked him to the ground and rolled him away. As he approached the line for the 3rd time he said, "If you don't let me unlock the... Read more →


Guest Opinion: Let's Not Panic

Well, I'd have to say that 2020 is off to a hell of a start. From giant fires ravaging the country of Australia, the death of NBA icon Kobe Bryant, the Coronavirus, stock market volatility and of all things, Prince Harry wants out of the royal family! Here's what I know; I'm grateful for today and I'll take it as it comes. I'm not going to play into the fear-mongering on social media when it comes to stock market declines or Coronavirus. My solution is pretty simple; diversify, buy real estate for cash flow, wash my hands frequently and keep... Read more →


Dear Parents and Friends of Gloucester Catholic:

Your Voice Matters to the Future of Catholic Schools! Attached please find the first two ACTION ALERTS for the Governor's 2020-2021 state budget. The nonpublic school community has two major "ASKS" this budget season. They are: 1. To increase the per pupil allotment for Compensatory Ed (Chapter 192) from $995.00 per service to $1100.00 per service. This allotment has not been increased in over 10 years. 2. To increase the per pupil allotment for transportation/aid in lieu from $1000.00 to $1050.00. Although the increase to $1000 two years ago was a big help, there are still many students not receiving... Read more →


Letters to the Editor: Luck of NJ Lottery Retailers May Be Running Out

The new Jack pocket lottery app allowing consumers to purchase tickets on their phones isn’t a win for everyone. With the app’s availability, the luck of New Jersey’s lottery retailers may be running out. The NJ lottery helps almost 7,500 lottery retailers keep their small businesses afloat. Responsible for $189 million in lottery ticket sales commissions for retail chains and many small family-owned businesses across the state, the survival of these retailers is heavily dependent on lottery income. On average, stores receive $25,600 in commissions annually and for many who already running on tight margins, that income means the difference... Read more →


Stealing California from Bernie — again?

by Greg Palast My dear Californians, I know you filled out that registration form at the DMV. Well, you know what? I’ll bet you that your name is not going to be there because there’s a 45% chance in California when you sign up to register to vote on a piece of paper, your name is never entered on the voter rolls. Guess what? California has one of the worst voting systems in the entire nation. I checked out my own registration. I took my own advice. I went to the office of the Secretary of State. I typed in... Read more →


Letters to the Editor: The State of Our Union Can Start with School Lunch

Tomorrow President Trump will deliver his State of the Union address in front of Congress, outlining his policy priorities and executive vision for the country. Over the past three years, President Trump has spoken to a domestic agenda focusing on health care, education, farmers and the working class. It’s worth recognizing, however, that his Administration’s proposals have failed to meet, and many times even undermined the health, education, and well-being of our nation’s families and children. At FoodCorps, we believe that a healthy, prosperous future relies on a strong education system -- and that the students that education system serves... Read more →


Letter of Disappointment To Jersey City Council From Jersey City Educator

January 11, 2020, 8:52 am | in Franky Maldonado – McNair Educator JCEA – 1600 Kennedy Blvd. Jersey City NJ 07305 I am writing this email as a taxpayer, voter, educator, and parent. When Mayor Fulop announced that he was presenting a resolution for a Mayor-Appointed School Board, I immediately thought of Mayor Frank Hague’s consolidation of power in Jersey City from 1917-1947. As Mayor of Jersey City, Mayor Hague created a system of political patronage and cronyism, turning Jersey City into a “Nefarious Political Machine.” According to a NJ historian, “you couldn’t attain any job in that city unless... Read more →


NJBIA Calls for Re-authorization of Tax Incentive Program in Support of Film Credit Expansion Bill

The New Jersey Business & Industry Association testified in support of a bill that extends the film tax credit, while calling for the urgent need to re-authorize a comprehensive tax incentive program. New Jersey has been without a tax incentive program, a fundamental tool in most states' economic development strategies, since July 1. NJBIA Vice President of Government Affairs Chris Emigholz said that bill S-3842 (Weinberg, D-37; Sarlo, D-36), which was released by the Senate and Budget Appropriations Committee today, could ultimately be included in a broader tax incentive program. "It has now been more than half a year that... Read more →


Letters to the Editor: A new DECADE of possibilities

John F. Kennedy once said “We choose to go to the moon in this decade!” So We the People stepped up — and we went to the moon. Ronald Reagan once said “Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction!” So We the People stepped up — and freedom rang throughout our nation. Donald Trump once said “Let’s Make America Great Again!” And once again, We the People are stepping up. 2020 marks the beginning of a new decade of American ingenuity, progress and innovation. As we move forward into the new year together, I hope you will... Read more →


Letters to the Editor: Proud to be a Republican

I'm Jeff Van Drew. I met with President Trump last week in the Oval Office; and with his blessing and endorsement, I'm proud to say that I'm now a member of the Republican Party representing South Jersey in Congress. Since my announcement, a ton of folks have asked, "Why did you leave the Democratic Party?" My answer is simple: "I didn't leave the Democrats, the Democrats left me." You see, I've always been for fiscal responsibility and supported things like our right to bear arms. And in today's Democratic Party, which is dominated by self-proclaimed socialists, I was ostracized. When... Read more →


Letters to the Editor: Sestak Drops Out of Presidential Race

I want to thank you for the honor of running for President of the United States of America. It has been an endeavor filled with immeasurable wisdom, passions, humor and insights to, and from, the people of America. I have “lived America” … and will cherish every moment, whether a veteran from a maximum security penitentiary calling to say, “Hey, Joe, the guys have heard you’re running for President, and they want you to know they’re going to organize Philadelphia for you,” or the tears of a transgender youth as she quietly told me she just wants what everybody else... Read more →


Letters to the Editor: The Speed Kills Myth is Alive & Well in Pennsylvania

Sadly, the speed kills myth is alive and well in Pennsylvania. A real 25-state analysis was done of NHTSA data, which showed that 1.6% of crashes are caused by excessive speed. Barely above zero, then. Nowhere does anyone ever put into a bill that speed limits must be posted at the 85th percentile free-flowing traffic speed. This is so that the ticket industry can thrive. Set the limits too low, ticket barely above them, get municipal radar and speed cameras, then watch the money flow in. Since this is still not enough, the state now wants more LIDAR and moving... Read more →


Top 3 Plagiarism Checkers on the internet for every writer

Prepostseo Check-plagiarism Search Engine Reports Gloucestercitynews.net (Nov. 19, 2019)--Nobody would deny the importance of written content in every walk of life. In academics, students need to submit written assignments to get good grades. Educators also need to create academic notes for the assistance of their students. Written content has contributed a lot to the success of e-commerce, blog websites, and the internet as a whole. High-quality content would definitely help in the improvement of business and careers. But, duplicated content from various sources can actually reverse this effect. This could be really harmful and become a roadblock in the success... Read more →


Letters to the Editor: Which phony progressive won’t speak out on gag orders for women?

As reported in the Star Ledger, State Senator Loretta Weinberg bravely requested that the Administration in Trenton stop enforcing gag rule non-disclosure agreements on women that worked on the 2017 campaign, which would allow those who were sexually abused or harassed to go public with their stories. Just this past weekend, when asked if she had a stance on ending gag rules allowing women of sexual assault to be heard, the self-appointed leader of a "progressive" women's Facebook group and Trenton special interest lobbyist, Sue Altman, said the following to the Star Ledger: “And Sue Altman, of the Working Families... Read more →


WE CAN FOUNDATION FUNDRAISER NOV. 2

The We Can Foundation, headed by longtime Gloucester City native George Merryfield is holding a fundraiser on Saturday, November 2 at the ICAC Club ballroom, 528 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City. The organization was founded to help the homeless and those struggling with addiction to drugs and alcohol. The money raised will be used to assist with the general cost, and specifically to get a better, more reliable vehicle, a tool so critical to their program that without one, there will be no program. Merryfield released the following prepared statement. We Can Foundation is a not-for profit charity that works in... Read more →


Send Your Alumni News for Ramblings Newsletter!

Dear Gloucester Catholic Alumni: My name is Rob Langi, class of 2002 and I will be editing future editions of Ramblings for the Gloucester Catholic community. I want to start off by thanking Cara Buckland for all of her great work in this position and I will try my best to keep the standard high as we share all of the news and happenings of our far-reaching and tremendous alumni base. The format will be very similar to what you have seen in the past for the future editions. I wanted to just highlight some of the different categories of... Read more →


Letter To The American Public

From: Field Office Directors, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Across the country, a national debate about current and future U.S. immigration policy is growing louder by the day. As field office directors for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO), we oversee the offices that enforce immigration laws within the interior of the United States, and we want to set the record straight. ICE officers are sworn federal law enforcement officers who enforce U.S. immigration laws created by Congress to keep this country safe. As such, it greatly concerns us... Read more →


Political News: Kean for Congress

The Washington Examiner just reported that Congressman Tom Malinowski said illegal immigrants are needed to mow lawns across the Seventh District, saying, "Who do you think is mowing our beautiful lawns in Somerset County?" Do we really want to re-elect a Congressman who is this out of touch with our New Jersey values? Malinowski doubled down on his remark, responding to one member of his Seventh District audience by saying, "You're a bunch of elitists! You're not going to mow lawns." It's time we had a Congressman who not only opposes illegal immigration, but who is also not so simple-minded... Read more →


Letters to the Editor: Mr. Trump is not the problem ...

Take Iraq. Justified as a preventive war, it embroiled us in its expanding conflict into Syria, Africa and beyond as it created the more brutal terror of ISIS. Democrats and Republicans alike who voted for that war did not understand either the complexities of the world, or that militaries can stop a problem, but they can never fix a problem. Contribute Then the same political leaders dismantled the safeguards of the one place in America where a wall is definitely needed — to keep greed out, and accountability in -- but the politicians tore that wall down also, and so... Read more →


Guest Opinion: US Senator Toomey on Philadelphia Shooting

Philadelphia, Pa. (August 16,2019) Gloucestercitynews.net - U.S. Senator Pat Toomey (R-Pa.) released the following statement regarding the shooting in Philadelphia: "The shooter who attempted to murder brave Philadelphia police officers yesterday is a convicted felon who had no right to possess a firearm. In the coming weeks, more information will hopefully come to light on how the suspect obtained his weapons, and I have asked ATF and the Department of Justice to keep me apprised of any new information. We can do more to strengthen our gun safety laws and better protect law enforcement. When Congress reconvenes, these issues, such... Read more →


Hirsh Singh: What a Tremendous Escalator Ride

Four years ago Donald J. Trump turned an escalator ride at Trump Tower into the most remarkable political campaign in history. And every single American is better off for it. During President Trump's first two-and-half years, America has been blessed with: The lowest unemployment in over 50 years The lowest unemployment for African-Americans, Hispanic-Americans, and Asian-Americans ever Lower taxes and reduce regulations that have unleashed growth in the American economy Ended Obamacare’s individual mandate Termination of the failed Iran Deal Termination of the disastrous Trans Pacific Partnership deal Record funding for the American military to ensure we can always enjoy... Read more →


Vice-President Mike Pence's Speech at Pennsylvania GOP Dinner was Marvelous

Dear supporters, friends, and those interested in the Republican Party of Pennsylvania: With everything that happened for the Republican Party of Pennsylvania, I can say that it doesn’t get much more exciting to be a Republican. The highlight of the week was the motivating and inspired speech by Vice President Mike Pence, who was the special guest at our 2019 State Dinner. The 2019 State Dinner was the most successful fundraiser the Republican Party of Pennsylvania has ever had and the enthusiasm of Pennsylvania Republicans to re-elect President Donald Trump and Vice President Pence was clearly evident at Thursday’s dinner.... Read more →


Letters to the Editor: Thank you to our Veterans

"For these men are lately drawn from the ways of peace. They fight not for the lust of conquest. They fight to end conquest. They fight to liberate. They fight to let justice arise, and tolerance and goodwill among all Thy people. They yearn but for the end of battle, for their return to the haven of home." These were some of the words spoken by President Roosevelt during his D-Day Prayer 75 years ago... an inspiration that echoes through time reminding us that the boys who went ashore at Normandy were different and that the country which sent them... Read more →


Archbishop Chas J. Chaput, Regarding Harassment of Prayerful Protestors

OUTSIDE PLANNED PARENTHOOD CLINIC “Over the past few days, videos have gone viral on social media featuring State Representative Brian Sims aggressively harassing young and elderly women who were peacefully praying outside of a Planned Parenthood Clinic in Philadelphia. These videos, which Representative Sims took himself, have rightly sparked broad outrage and garnered much attention in the press. His actions were unbecoming of an elected official. There is much bitter irony that he claims to be a champion for the rights of all women yet he trampled on the rights of others and disgracefully shamed them in public. It was... Read more →


Director Capelli's Statement in Regard to Gov. Murphy's Hypocritical Comments

The statement below is by Freeholder Director Louis Cappelli Jr., Camden City Council President Curtis Jenkins and state Sen. Nilsa Cruz Perez in regard to Governor Phil Murphy’s hypocritical comments on the Goldman Sachs tax credits. "Tonight, we read with shock that Gov. Phil Murphy, who has launched a relentless attack on Camden businesses that participated in the state's tax credit programs was not just enthusiastic but lobbied hard when it came time to support tax credits for the oldest investment bank in the country, Goldman Sachs. The Star Ledger reports tonight that in 2003, Gov. Murphy pleaded with then-Gov.... Read more →


How Companies and Allies of One Powerful Democrat Got $1.1 Billion in Tax Breaks

Meet George Norcross. Nearly two thirds of $1.6 gloucestercitynews.net graphics files billion in tax incentives in his hometown of Camden, New Jersey, went to his own company, business partners, political allies and clients of his brother. by Nancy Solomon, WNYC, and Jeff Pillets/ProPUBLICA.org May 1, 4 a.m. EDT This article was produced in partnership with WNYC, which is a member of the ProPublica Local Reporting Network. It was co-published with The Star-Ledger. ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom based in New York. Sign up for ProPublica’s Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox as soon as... Read more →


Letters to the Ed: Pennsylvania, the Center of the 2020 World

Dear supporters, friends, and those interested in the Republican Party of Pennsylvania: Once again, Pennsylvania is at the center of the 2020 world and, after a busy week, I am more energized than I have ever been to re-elect President Donald Trump. The highlight of the week was a meeting I attended with our Vice-Chair Bernie Comfort, National Committeeman Bob Asher, and other Pennsylvania Republican leaders with the President’s re-election team. There, we continued the work of implementing a plan we believe will be successful in getting President Trump re-elected. We will continue partnering with the RNC and the re-election... Read more →


Letter to the Editor: It's Time to Move on from the Collusion Myth

I recently wrote an op-Ed that was published in PennLive where I stand up for President Trump and call out the Democrats for spending two years and $25 million of taxpayer money for the most character-assassinating witch hunt in American Presidential history. Here is a portion that gets right to the point of why I am writing: Our nation’s unemployment rate is at 3.8 percent, there are more jobs open than there are people to fill them, we are working with other countries to make trade deals better for our country, more Americans have money in the pockets because of... Read more →


Judicial Watch Statement on Mueller Report

(Washington, DC) (March 24, 2019)--— Judicial Watch President Tom Fitton made the following statement in response to the Muller special counsel report summary made public by Attorney General Barr today: The long, national nightmare is over and President Trump has been vindicated. The corruptly-created and constitutionally abusive Mueller investigation failed to find any evidence to support the big lie that the Trump campaign colluded with the Russian government. We’re pleased that AG Barr rejected Mueller’s attempt to smear President Trump with obstruction of justice innuendo by concluding that no such charges could be credibly sustained. Frankly, Mueller never had a... Read more →


Attorney General Barr Sends Congress Letter On Special Counsel Mueller Report

Updated: WASHINGTON, DC (March 24, 2019)(CNBNewsnet)--In the report, the Special Counsel noted that, in completing his investigations, he employed 19 lawyers who were assisted by a team of approximately 40 FBI agents, intelligence analysts, forensic accountants, and other professional staff. The Special Counsel issued more that 2,800 subpoenas, executed nearly 500 search warrants, obtained more than 230 orders for communication records, issued almost 50 orders authorizing use of pen registers, made 13 request to foreign government for evidence, and interviewed 500 witnesses. After almost two years the report found NO AMERICANS COLLUDED WITH THE RUSSIANS OR ANY OTHER COUNTRY TO... Read more →


Letters to the Editor: Pennsylvania Superior Court Candidates File

Republican candidates continue to do amazing things and I’m happy that they are out across Pennsylvania working hard on behalf of their candidacies and the Republican message. This week, I was proud to see our endorsed Superior Court candidates file to get on the ballot with a tremendous combined number of 19,000-plus signatures. Both Cumberland County Judge Christylee Peck and Chester County Deputy District Attorney Megan McCarthy King are the only Republicans in this race recommended by the Pennsylvania Bar Association and their support from across the Commonwealth has been incredible. I was also happy to see 12th Congressional District... Read more →


Some Catholics Question Their Status

March 14, 2019 Bill Donahue | CNBNews Contributor Catholic League president Bill Donohue comments on a recent survey of Catholics: A recent Gallup survey shows that news stories about clergy sexual abuse have Catholics questioning their affiliation with the Church. Before examining why, an analysis of the data is warranted; it reveals a nuanced portrait of Catholics. The survey found that 37% of Catholics said they are questioning whether to remain in the Church; the figure in 2002 was 22%. Who are these Catholics? Most of them seldom or never go to church: 46% of these Catholics are questioning whether... Read more →


Re: The Disaster of the Democrats' Proposed Takeover of Health Care in Medicare-for-All

Dear supporters, friends, and those interested in the Republican Party of Pennsylvania: It was another great week for Republicans in Pennsylvania and I am thrilled by how our elected officials and candidates continue to make an impact and drive their individual and our collective messages. As a corollary to that, I want to draw your attention to a great op-Ed written by Congressman John Joyce, a physician, who discussed the disaster of the Democrats’ proposed takeover of health care in Medicare-for-All. Even more than criticizing the plan, Congressman Joyce offered pragmatic alternatives to lower the cost of health care and... Read more →


Turning a Right into a Privilege: HR 1112 Gives Feds Unfettered Power to Block Gun Sales

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2019 SUPPORT NRA-ILA H.R. 8, which would criminalize the private transfer of firearms, has received significant attention from the gun rights community. However, H.R. 1112, which purportedly targets the inappropriately-named “Charleston loophole,” is just as insidious an attack on gun owners. Both bills were passed out of the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday. View Related Articles H.R. 1112 would eliminate the 3-day safety-valve provision under the federal firearms background check system that prevents the government from enacting an indefinite delay of firearm purchases for law-abiding Americans. All Federal Firearms Licensees (gun dealers) are required to conduct a... Read more →


So what is this “Donut with Dudes” and “Muffins with My Lady” about? 

Loring Flemming Elementary School Principal 135 Little Gloucester Road, Blackwood, 08081 Dear Parents and/or Guardians, The traditional African proverb, “It takes a village to raise a child” has been widely quoted when examining the partnerships required during the maturation of our youth. Our “village” has never been more necessary than it is today. We live in a fast-paced, instant information, and pressure-packed world. Today’s children are faced with a myriad of both challenges and opportunities. Navigating parenthood can be a daunting undertaking, so partnerships and supports are welcome and necessary to prepare our students for tomorrow. We know when students... Read more →


Does Kamala Harris Like Babies?

January 31, 2019 Bill Donohue | CNBNews Contributor Catholic League president Bill Donohue looks at recent comments about babies made by presidential hopeful Sen. Kamala Harris: Everyone loves babies, don't they? Kamala Harris (photo) says she does, but in reality she does not. On January 28, 2019, Harris was asked in a CNN town hall meeting about the tragic shooting in Newtown, Connecticut where innocent young students were gunned down. She took the occasion to blast those who don't endorse stricter gun laws, saying, "I think somebody should have required all those members of Congress to go in a room,... Read more →


NEW YORKERS KEPT IGNORANT OF ABORTION LAW

"The public was never told that the non-physicians who are allowed to perform abortions include optometrists, chiropractors, dentists, and podiatrists." Bill Donohue | CNBNews Contributor Catholic League president Bill Donohue comments on a poll that says New York Catholics support the new abortion law: The media, and now even a polling company, are to blame for keeping New Yorkers ignorant about the new abortion law signed by Gov. Andrew Cuomo. Consider the following. In the January 30 edition of the New York Post, there is a news story on the New York State abortion law. "In the most recent Siena... Read more →


Guest Opinion: Cuomo's Dream Has Come True

by Bill Donohue The Catholic League Catholic League president Bill Donohue comments on New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's abortion bill: Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. had a dream: it was to unite the races. While that dream remains unfulfilled, much progress has been made, thanks largely to him. Gov. Andrew Cuomo also had a dream: to allow children to be killed in their mother's womb right up until birth by non-physicians. Now his dream has been realized. It is indisputable that in the third trimester the baby is capable of feeling pain, so when the baby has his head punctured... Read more →


Letter to the Editor: NJ Senate voting today to make it harder to graduate from high school

This morning, the NJ Senate Budget Committee will vote on legislation (S3381) that would make it more difficult for NJ students to graduate from high school by substantially toughening the standardized testing graduation requirements. Currently, NJ law requires students to take a single 11th grade basic skills test of English and math in order to graduate. S3381 would require students to take however many standardized tests the NJ Department of Education imposes. S3381 also would require those standardized tests to demonstrate "college and career readiness," even though many high school students do not intend to go to college and even... Read more →


OPINION: Sanctions Warranted Against Rep. Omar

Rep. Ilhan Omar (D) January 23, 2019 BILL DONOHUE | CNBNews Contributor Catholic League president Bill Donohue is calling for sanctions against Rep. Ilhan Omar: I am contacting House Ethics Committee chairman Rep. Ted Deutch (D) and Ranking Member Rep. Kenny Marchant (R) asking them to lead the way in imposing sanctions on Rep. Ilhan Omar (D). The Somali freshman congresswoman from Minnesota has violated Rule XXIII, Section 1, of the Code of Official Conduct, which says, "A Member, Delegate, Resident Commissioner, officer, or employee of the House shall behave at all times in a manner that shall reflect creditably... Read more →


OPINION: Assessing The Covington Catholic Critics

Bill Donohue | CNBNews Contributor Catholic League president Bill Donohue comments on critics of the Covington Catholic High School students involved in the fracas on January 18: Bill Donohue Having addressed the events of January 18 (click here), I now want to assess some of the most prominent critics of the Covington Catholic students. That the students were not the guilty party in the dustup is obvious to every fair-minded person who has seen, or learned about, the second video. I did not issue a statement on this incident before today, and for good reason: the Catholic League defends wrongdoing... Read more →


Slashing The Necks Of Animals And Babies

January 9, 2019 Catholic League president Bill Donohue comments on an editorial in today's New York Times: Is it morally acceptable to slash the neck of an animal? Is it morally acceptable to slash the neck of a baby? The New York Times waffles on the former but agrees with the latter. "Balancing Animal Welfare and Religious Rites" is the title of an editorial in the January 9 edition of the New York Times. It would have been just as accurate to use "Rights" instead of "Rites," but that would have cast the issue in terms of religious liberty, instead... Read more →


GUEST OPINION: Facing Possible Indictment for Bribery, Netanyahu Blasts “Unfair Investigation”

Israeli Elections Approach By David Rubin, former mayor of Shiloh, Israel Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has become an almost mythical figure around the world. Soon to be the longest-serving prime minister in Israel’s history, Netanyahu has dominated the political climate in Israel for many years, building up its economy and representing the Jewish nation powerfully on the world stage. Nonetheless, with April elections on the horizon and the campaign in full swing, Israel’s Attorney General, Avichai Mandelblit, is reportedly almost ready to announce, possibly even next week, if Netanyahu will be indicted in the coming months on corruption charges.... Read more →