Tompkins County adopted bail reform two years ahead of the controversial new state law. The results so far: a sharp drop in jail occupancy without compromising public safety.
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Blame Cuomo for the state budget crisis
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Instead of properly managing Medicaid, the governor subverted his own reforms, which led directly to the state’s worst deficits since the Great Recession.
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Community over competition
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The collaborative spirit that infuses Rochester’s thriving coffee scene offers a lesson for all businesses.
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Poverty is killing us
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Financial stress drives health inequities that undermine wellness and increase early mortality more than any other single cause. In our region, the toll in added health care expenses and lost economic productivity tops $1 billion annually.
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Why leaders should avoid the ego trap
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Whether in business or government, ego-driven leaders focus on short-term, selfish gain versus the long-term, common good. Effective, ethical leadership is grounded in empathy and caring.
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When flying was an adventure, not an ordeal
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With its 1921 decision to buy 110 acres of open field along Scottsville Road, Rochester became one of the first cities in the nation to own an airport.
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To STEM or not to STEM? That is not the question
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Science, technology, engineering and math students should actively pursue non-STEM coursework just as much as non-STEM students should engage deeply in the STEM disciplines. Incorporating synthesis and analysis is key to a well-rounded college education.
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Parcel 5: a historic opportunity
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Frederick Law Olmsted, who designed a number of Rochester’s parks, understood the role that public space could play in nurturing a more democratic society that is based on freedom and equality. We need a transparent and inclusive approach to deciding the future of the former Midtown parcel.
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A closer look at student performance in city schools
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Within upstate urban school districts, there are relatively large differences between the best- and worst-performing schools. In Rochester, some charter schools—but not all—outperform those operated by school districts.
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A serious flaw in Rochester 2034
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One goal of the new draft comprehensive plan is to make neighborhoods more vibrant by increased residential density. But unless parking requirements are maintained, this would drive out higher-income residents who can afford the oversize 19th century homes that lend character to center city.
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The way forward for upstate businesses
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Deindustrialization left our region with a rich and storied history, but no clear path to the future. Now, the founders of globally competitive local companies are showing how to leverage the research and talent that sets upstate apart.