Daniel Sutter

The convention center bubble

Government can importantly help create the conditions under which enterprise and entrepreneurship flourish.

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Head in the clouds

Amelia Earhart was my idol, my hero, my alter ego. She was everything my little frizzy-headed, knock-kneed, snaggletoothed ...

Opinion

Governor’s behavior is ‘bizarre’

During the press conference three weeks ago announcing the historic BP settlement and windfall for the state, Gov. ...

Daniel Sutter

Don’t blame McDonald’s for food stamps

A New York State labor commission panel recently recommended a $15 per hour minimum wage for workers in ...

Opinion

A ‘bang, bang, bang’ week

The week leading up to the Fourth of July had a lot of fireworks. In fact, my guess ...

Daniel Sutter

How to turn a drought into a disaster

California is in the midst of a severe, protracted drought that is producing significant costs and conflicts.

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A fresh start – or more of the same?

After years of negotiating, the U.S., the European Union and five of the world’s most powerful nations have ...

Daniel Sutter

What do we learn from ‘Bar Rescue’?

Reality television has spawned numerous shows about restaurants and bars, including “Bar Rescue” and “Restaurant: Impossible,” which focus ...

Guest Columnists

Texas GOP’s terrible reaction to gay marriage ruling

When confronted with startling events, I find it best to take a beat, exhale, and remind myself that ...

Daniel Sutter

Is responsible parenting a bad thing?

The Messenger recently reported on the Troy Junior Women’s League Books for Babies program, which donates children’s books ...

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