Revisiting the Baltimore Key Bridge collapse: Readers share their thoughts

The Problem: Collapse of Baltimore’s Key Bridge after a cargo ship collision early Tuesday morning.

It was disheartening to hear about the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, a bridge I have crossed during my time in the city (“The bridge is down,” March 27).

In this era of advanced technology, it is surprising that a ship could hit a supporting column causing such a disaster. This tragic incident highlights the neglect of our national infrastructure, showing that bridge collapses are not uncommon. My condolences go out to all those affected by this heartbreaking event.

Michael Pravica

Henderson, Nev.

Another devastating incident within the United States as six men lost their lives while working on the bridge.

President Biden should visit Baltimore soon.

Ron Zajicek

Cortlandt

It’s worth noting that the men who lost their lives in the Baltimore bridge collapse were immigrants from Latin America, a fact that may not be recognized by those who object to immigrants in the country.

Despite the dangers, these men were out in the night filling potholes, performing vital jobs that many would not dare to take on.

Gloria Zola-Mulloy

Fleischmanns

The tragic accident resulting from the ship colliding with the Francis Scott Key Bridge underscores the urgent need to review the nation’s infrastructure.

With numerous old roads and bridges in existence, it is crucial that they are all structurally sound. Congress must allocate the necessary funds promptly to ensure that such a tragedy does not repeat itself.

John Amato

Fresh Meadows

The Problem: Recent instances of antisemitism in Teaneck, home to New Jersey’s largest Jewish community.

Thank you for the article highlighting the disturbing rise of antisemitism in Teaneck, NJ (“Target: Teaneck,” Karol Markowitz, March 23).

It is poignant to read Markowitz’s comparison to the KKK driving through a black-majority town, where outrage would be expected. Yet, the Jews of Teaneck seem to be facing this issue alone.

Where is the outcry against antisemitism?

Shoshana Poloner

Teaneck, NJ

Markowitz’s words, “You are not safe here. You are not safe anywhere,” resonate as a distressing truth, particularly for Jews in today’s world.

Samuel Frazer

Fort Myers, Fla.

I appreciate The Post’s coverage of the antisemitism incidents in Teaneck.

As the child of a Holocaust survivor, the events in our town are deeply upsetting. History has shown that hatred towards Jews can escalate and impact all aspects of society.
Silence is not an option. Thank you for speaking out on this matter.

Faye Schwartz

Teaneck, NJ

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