Writer: Patrick McCarthy
Trump’s election antics are just a temper tantrum
Refusing to concede the presidential election to Joe Biden only shows President Trump’s weakness and immaturity. Read More »
GOP resorting to voter suppression silences majority
In modern American politics, the Electoral College is an antiquated system that only serves to hinder the democracy it was put in place to protect. Read More »
Katko’s fear mongering shows his weakness on the debate stage
The NY-24 race isn’t a Republican against a Democrat, it’s a follower against a leader. Balter is the clear choice for Central New York’s future. Read More »
Columbus statue provides SU opportunity for discussion, collaboration
After months of debate, petition and protest, Syracuse University can play a key role in the discussion for what to do with the Christopher Columbus statue in Syracuse. Read More »
In-person return endangers students, Syracuse community
Syracuse University’s decision to resume on-campus instruction is irresponsible and will put both students and Syracuse residents at risk of contracting COVID-19. Read More »
Biden doesn’t represent Syracuse University values
Liberal columnist Patrick McCarthy argues that the sexual assault and harassment claims against presidential candidate Vice President Joe Biden are unbecoming of a candidate for the White House. Read More »
Ben Shapiro provides nothing new to SU political landscape
Liberal columnist Patrick McCarthy argues that conservative commentator Ben Shapiro, who was invited to speak on campus in October, doesn’t provide any valuable perspective to the SU political landscape. Read More »
Syracuse now a leader in fight against homelessness
Liberal columnist Patrick McCarthy argues that the Hire Ground Workforce Development should serve as a model for the country as a program that helps curb homelessness and panhandling Read More »
Crouse-Hinds #NotAgainSU protest proves that SU is committed to status quo
Liberal columnist Patrick McCarthy argues that SU administration’s insistence not to accept some of #NotAgainSU’s demands proves that they are not capable of effective leadership Read More »
Commitment to inclusivity from chancellor, governor unconvincing
Liberal columnist Patrick McCarthy argues that commitments to inclusivity from Chancellor Syverud and Gov. Cuomo are unconvincing. Read More »
Syracuse police department should push efforts beyond racial diversity
Liberal columnist Patrick McCarthy argues that hiring officers from the Syracuse community might be a better way to increase trust in the police department than simply racially diversifying the force. Read More »