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These are the opinions of a former high school teacher of government, politics and history with 36 years’ experience. I speak only for myself but hope that others among our readers will agree with some of my thoughts.
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12/1/25
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I write in response to the Opinion by Paul Eidman (“Big Oil is duping us about offshore wind”).
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By Maria McCutcheon
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12/1/25
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Hello. I’m writing in response to Charlene Bisson’s Opinion, titled “Enjoy holiday, as you navigate ‘sus’ comments at dinner.”
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12/1/25
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World AIDS Day has one less nation raising awareness of the pandemic: the United States.
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By Dr. Samuel B. Hoff
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12/1/25
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Is Kent County Levy Court’s action of Nov. 18 — during which Commissioner Jody Sweeney was publicly stripped of his role as chair of his committees — a reflection of the nasty, punitive and shaming strategy some politicians have adopted?
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11/28/25
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The eyes of the citizens of Dover are starting to open. I believe that citizens do not like the direction the city is going in and are concerned about what they perceive as out-of-control spending.
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By William G. Faust Jr.
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11/28/25
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Spousal abuse, according to psychologist Dr. Jeanne King and others, often takes the predictable course of verbal, physical and/or financial abuse, followed by deep shows of remorse and “niceness.”
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11/28/25
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Delaware, wake up! We, like New Jersey, Massachusetts and other states, are being conned by big, mostly European capitalists who want guaranteed high returns on low-value, high-carbon dioxide windmills in the water.
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11/28/25
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Now that Thanksgiving has passed, holiday shopping season is in full swing. What percentage of your seasonal purchasing takes place at local stores versus online sites? What are your greatest concerns when buying items on the internet? Do you worry about delivery times, returns or other obstacles?
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11/28/25
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Delaware’s leaders have repeatedly affirmed their commitment to supporting young children and expanding access to early care and education. As a longtime child care administrator in western Sussex County, I appreciate that commitment.
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By Toni Dickerson
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11/26/25
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The state of Delaware has a monkey on its back, and I have a front row seat to watch the troubling signs of withdrawal, as it risks not getting its fix.
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By Rep. Danny Short
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11/26/25
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The Delaware State University Hornets made it to the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference football championship game this year. Considering their record for the past few years, this is a fantastic achievement, despite losing the title to South Carolina State.
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11/26/25
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The gun violence epidemic is a uniquely American issue — no matter which statistics we look to.
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By Denise Marks
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11/26/25
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In response to the Opinion by Jeff Hague, titled “U.S. gun statistics difficult to compare,” for the record, I agree with you. However, you seem to have the same response that Mr. John Drennen did to my Opinion regarding the mail I received from “BRADY United Against Gun Violence.”
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By Peter Graffagnino
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11/25/25
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Since 2024 in the capital city, 36 pedestrians have been injured, including two fatalities, according to our police chief.
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By Councilman David L. Anderson
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11/25/25
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Lauren Beitelspacher is a professor of marketing at Babson College in Massachusetts. This commentary originally appeared in The Conversation.
By Lauren Beitelspacher
‘Tis the season …
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11/25/25
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Paul Eidman’s Opinion in the Daily State News, titled “Big Oil is duping us about offshore wind,” is completely unsupported.
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11/25/25
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I just read Mr. David Stevenson’s Opinion that Delaware should end our “failed” energy plan (“Governor should end failed energy plan”). I disagree.
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By Keith Steck
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11/25/25
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If you have an aging loved one in your life, take time this holiday season to check in on him or her — whether you live nearby or miles apart. Distance may vary, but your responsibilities and dedication as a caregiver remain the same.
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By Easterseals Delaware & Maryland’s Eastern Shore
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11/24/25
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I would like to take a moment to publicly thank Dover City Councilman Brian Lewis for his steadfast support of our local homeless veterans.
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11/24/25
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