Luigi Mangione CEO Murder: A Letter Collection
‘Wack’ ideology
The Post has recently highlighted that 40% of young voters consider the murder of the UnitedHealthcare CEO as justifiable (“Twisted fan club,” Dec. 19).
We need to investigate further into why such a dreadful act is viewed as acceptable among American youth.
Although there may be various contributors, it is crucial to scrutinize the influence of schools and colleges in fostering activism.
Additionally, we should analyze the educational content being disseminated—particularly the pervasive idea that success and business are inherently bad.
This ideology originates from an oppressor-oppressed narrative, which has become a fixation in educational institutions.
When curricula are infused with activism and a divisive ideology, the result reflected in the poll is not surprising. Educational systems must refocus on essential subjects and steer clear of promoting activism.
Eileen Corr,
Brewster, Mass.
TikTok’s savior?
President-elect Donald Trump revealed that it was his son Barron who motivated him to embrace the social media platform TikTok (“Make it a Don deal,” Dec. 19).
This move enabled him to connect with younger demographics during his campaign, and it proved to be effective.
If TikTok played a role in Trump securing his election, then it can’t be entirely detrimental.
While Trump expresses affection for this Chinese app, we must remain mindful of the associated hazards.
James Hyland,
Beechhurst
Simply unbearable
My heart sank upon learning about Honey the black bear and the over 100 harmed and suffering animals located at the Holtsville Ecology Site on Long Island (“ ‘Bear’ly Legal,” Dec. 8).
How could this have been permitted to persist for over 25 years?
Where was the ASPCA during this time?
The signs of neglect and cruelty inflicted on those poor creatures were evident over the years.
How can such practices be legal?
Gerri Goerke,
Scarsdale
Albany’s albatross
For decades, trial lawyers have held sway over Albany (“Why New York’s a ‘Judicial Hellhole,’ ” Editorial, Dec. 16).
Former state Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver established a framework for judicial control when he appointed his inexperienced childhood friend, Jonathan Lippman, as the state’s chief judge.
Lippman guaranteed that the courts continued to generate substantial income for attorneys while Silver obstructed any efforts toward legislative tort reform.
Though Silver and Lippman are no longer in power, the situation remains unchanged.
It is no coincidence that Lippman heads one of New York City’s criminal justice reform commissions.
Implementing tort reform would reduce costs and increase opportunities in New York.
High crime rates, heavy taxes, and the cost of living are primary reasons people are leaving.
What will the trial lawyers do when no one is left to sue?
Charles T. Compton,
The Bronx
Customers’ rights
Hats off to the proprietors of Beuchert’s Saloon for keeping politics away from their establishment and for instructing their staff to focus on service rather than political agendas (“Waiter fired after comments about refusing service to some Trump officials,” Dec. 14).
Patrons visit restaurants for warm hospitality, not hostility.
This doesn’t mean that servers should relinquish their convictions or right to free expression; however, appropriateness is key.
A restaurant is not the proper venue for political discourse.
Public dining spaces should serve as neutral ground, fostering interactions among diverse individuals.
Todd L. Pittinsky,
Port Jefferson
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