Google’s emergence as an Internet service provider could mean more competition and a greater push toward genuine net neutrality.
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An Arctic Sea Ice Low Point
A record low for Arctic sea ice and an extreme summer remind us that the Earth is not going to wait for us to make wise policy choices.
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Why Publish An Anonymous Rant Against Tourists?
A gratuitous rant against tourists, gentrification and wealth is typical New York Times fare. Why use a pen name?
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The Dog That Caught The Fire Truck
While the feds dithered, New York’s top banking cop corralled an institution that moved billions of dollars for Iran.
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As Governor And Puppet Master, Cuomo Pulls The Strings
New York politicians are used to having somebody else pull the strings. Gov. Andrew Cuomo is a talented puppeteer.
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‘Presumed Innocent’ Is For Trials, Not Arrests
Police need to know who they have in custody. That is why fingerprinting is standard, and it is why DNA sampling should be too.
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Every CEO’s Nightmare
Knight Capital nearly fell victim to simple human error. We try to avoid it and hate to think about it, but it could happen to anyone.
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When Absolute Power Prevails, Absolutely Nothing Changes
New York Assembly boss Sheldon Silver used public funds for an “ethical” secret payment. That’s absolute power talking.
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