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Opinion

Gov. Kathy Hochul (Photo by Darren McGee/ Office of Gov. Kathy Hochul)
Apr 17, 2026

Governor’s ‘Let Them Build Agenda’ deserves support | Guest Opinion

Commentary: Governor Kathy Hochul’s “Let Them Build Agenda” will encourage and spur much-needed commercial development across New York State.

From classrooms to startups: Rochester hosts New York’s next generation of innovators | Opinion
Apr 16, 2026

From classrooms to startups: Rochester hosts New York’s next generation of innovators | Opinion

Every year the Capital Foundation of New York, powered by Upstate Capital Association of New York, brings together student entrepreneurs from across the state for the New York Business Plan Competition.

The linear model of expertise is over | Guest Opinion
Apr 10, 2026

The linear model of expertise is over | Guest Opinion

Most companies still use a model of expertise designed for a slower century. Leaders describe the problem, hand it to specialists, and wait for the answer. And wait.

The benefits of high-speed rail | Guest Opinion
Apr 3, 2026

Women’s professional hockey a possibility for Roc | Guest Opinion

Commentary: When it comes to hosting an entire professional women’s hockey team and franchise, do not count Rochester out.

Remembering William Chapin and his contribution to pro golf in Rochester | Guest Opinion
Mar 27, 2026

Training the subconscious mind boosts personal effectiveness | Guest Opinion

Commentary: Training the subconscious mind shapes habits, confidence and decision-making. Techniques like repetition and emotional reinforcement improve personal effectiveness.

MICHAEL MCRAE
Mar 20, 2026

Let medical techs help solve the nursing home staffing crisis | Guest Opinion

Every day, dedicated nurses and caregivers show up with professionalism and compassion; but the reality is clear: the system is under extraordinary strain.

NY needs auto insurance premium reform | Guest Opinion
Mar 13, 2026

NY needs auto insurance premium reform | Guest Opinion

Commentary: In New York, premiums are out of control. Drivers and families don’t just need temporary price relief - they need reforms that tackle the underlying forces driving those costs higher.

Unshackle Upstate taps Rochesterian as new leader
Mar 6, 2026

New York needs health insurance reform | Guest Opinion

For small businesses across New York, health insurance is no longer just a benefit issue — it is a cost-control crisis.

Why does it cost so much to check baggage on airlines? | Guest Opinion
Feb 27, 2026

China and the United States: What can we learn from each other?

Commentary: The U.S. and China differ as an "engineering state" versus a "lawyerly society." China excels in manufacturing and infrastructure, while the U.S. relies on regulations and services.

It’s our job in Albany to support the job creators | Guest Opinion
Feb 20, 2026

Cold weather, hot bills and failing state policy | Guest Opinion

When a local grid cannot withstand a cold snap, we must question whether state energy policies are aligned with reliability.

Break the Ice Media, Inc. d/b/a Travel Alliance Partnership
Feb 13, 2026

Celebrating Destination Professionals Day | Guest Opinion

This February 19, as we recognize Destination Professionals Day, we honor the people who carry that legacy forward across New York State.

Rochester and its garment workers: Then and now | Guest Opinion
Feb 6, 2026

The curious economics of a shrinking smoking market | Guest Opinion

Here is an interesting tidbit about the tobacco industry: An investor who placed $100 in the tech-dominated Nasdaq index in January 2024 would now hold roughly $160. However, an investment […]