Tag Archives: Congressman Anthony Weiner

My Short-Lived Run for Office

Posted on August 2, 2011 by rockviv

It lasted for a mere 20 days in July.  For less than three weeks, it was a chance to upset the apple cart, to offer a fresh new choice to voters in Southeast Queens.  Even a chance to make a … Continue reading →

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Where Have All the Flowers Gone?

Posted on July 19, 2011 by rockviv

I couldn’t resist featuring the stunning hydrangeas of Rockaway Park in the header photo this week.  These bushes are located in the gardens that surround the apartment building at the north end of Memorial Circle (Rock. Beach Blvd. between Beach … Continue reading →

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Is Independence a Fiction in Bloombergville?

Posted on July 4, 2011 by rockviv

Independence Day is one of those American holidays celebrated with disparate emotions among the populace.  Are you part of the investor class or a wage earner?  Wage earners live for the weekends, particularly the three-day ones.  Those of us who … Continue reading →

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Got Activism? Clearwater Festival 2011 Breaks Records

Posted on June 22, 2011 by rockviv

They say that rot is rampant in the social fabric, and all the heroes have died. A decade ago, columnist Russell Baker commented aptly that the few American heroes left in sports, politics and business all “came down with terminal … Continue reading →

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It’s Spring–When a Boy’s Thoughts Turn to Baseball (Unless He’s Anthony Weiner)

Posted on June 6, 2011 by rockviv

At this time of year, I always realize how much I miss our family baseball years.  When my son played Little League, for three months straight, our lives were structured by those dates scribbled on a sheet by the coaches. … Continue reading →

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A House of Cards Faces Into the Winds of Jamaica Bay

Posted on April 12, 2011 by rockviv

Our elected officials are waiting.  They are watching.  I firmly believe they are looking to hear and see us at all of these meetings.  Some just don’t seem to care, but it behooves us to express our opinions to those who do. The Jamaica … Continue reading →

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Sinners and Saints–Your Choice This Week!

Posted on March 14, 2011 by rockviv

In case you’re not a fan of beer drinking, here’s a novel way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day—by reading a great book about the history of Ireland. “How The Irish Saved Civilization,” the first title in Thomas Cahill’s “Hinges of … Continue reading →

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Oy Vey, U.S.A.!

Posted on February 27, 2011 by rockviv

Let’s face it–this Wisconsin controversy is pretty important, and something called “The American Dream Rally” sounded intriguing to me.  It was set for Saturday, February 26 in City Hall Park, near my favorite old stomping grounds in Lower Manhattan. So … Continue reading →

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I Love MY Gateway!

Posted on February 14, 2011 by rockviv

Happy Valentine’s Day to my friends, neighbors and family!  These days, non-committed relationships are all the rage, and the terminology we use in our social interactions seems to be focused on mutual fulfillment, supporting one another, and every euphemism in the book as an alternative to … Continue reading →

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Mailboxes are not Bulletin Boards. Street Trees Belong to Us All. Norman Rockwell’s Paintings Do Not.

Posted on November 26, 2010 by rockviv

Home values are affected by many factors.  Exclusive zoning is critical, and a tidy-looking, tree-shaded street scene contributes value to all the homes located on a particular block. When I was looking for a new apartment six months ago, the outdoor … Continue reading →

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