Daily News columnists

In a democracy, the citizens elect their leaders. But do they really expect them to lead?

This is what Collier County gets for more than $600,000?

History has shown that kicking the can down the road is no way to solve a problem.

There is an elephant in the room?

Many ancient religions worshipped the sun, for good reason. The sun powers all life on the surface of this planet.

Watching the legislature for public access, public records changes

I've never served in the military. I was nine years old when the Japanese struck Pearl Harbor. I flunked my Army physical during the Korean War: seriously asthmatic.

Creativity and courage mark the Naples Jewish Federation's Stand Up for Justice program

Many people think that being a professional writer means you lead a wonderful, carefree, exciting life.

Almost daily, local headlines rival anything from Washington

Hertz: What does Lee County have that Collier does not? Read the fine print

Saw an extraordinary bit of video a few days ago.

Beware Obama's advice for college grads

The already hot topic of hot fueling could grow even hotter in coming weeks as county officials and a key tenant at the Immokalee Regional Airport try to hammer out a lease.