Anonymous Speech Isn’t the Problem — Silencing Dissent Is
Last night, a Jericho parent publicly suggested that the school district adopt a policy to ban anonymous emails, anonymous public comments, and input from non-district residents. The underlying message was clear: only identified, geographically approved voices should be allowed to speak — especially when it comes to school board decisions. This wasn’t just a throwaway […]
Community Stops Cantiague Renaming: A Victory for Transparency and Accountability
Last night, we watched the proposal to rename Cantiague Elementary School quietly fold under community pressure. Superintendent Henry Grishman requested the Board withdraw the motion, citing “attacks”. Let’s be clear: what happened here was not an attack—it was advocacy. It was the community using its voice. And it worked. But what followed during the meeting […]