A Brooklyn judges criminal coddling and more: Letters to the Editor Aug. 30, 2026
When judges forget their purpose, which is to uphold the law and impose appropriate punishments when required, it is time for a change; their utility has ended and the people will suffer (“Judge loose cannon,” Aug.28).Brooklyn Criminal Court Judge Janice Robinson is the perfect example of someone who has taken advantage of her position to side with accused criminals.
She is an example of a liberal extremist casting aside the public’s need for justice.The bar association should punish Robinson and New York City should remove her from the bench.Richard KlitzbergPrinceton, NJUp to 10 years — which probably will end up being double — and $4 billion does not seem to be a great plan for extending the life of the Brooklyn Queens Expressway for only 40 years (“Mam’s plan to BQEase problem,” Aug.25).This sounds like a very precarious scheme for a temporary solution.
At the very least, a different plan that will last longer should be considered.Steve MarkManhattanMark Ruffalo needs to stick to acting until he does some serious research (“Incredible hate from Ruffalo,” Liel Leibovitz, Aug.25).He accuses Oracle of selling technology to Israel, which he says is complicit in genocide and apartheid.
Does Ruffalo even understand what genocide is? When Israel needs to defend itself, it warns the people in Gaza where and when the strikes will occur.We need to stop demonizing Israel, a country that only fights to exist.It is also ironic that when Ruffalo got his big break playing Hulk, it was Jews who were responsible for his success.Miriam FiberTeaneck, NJAre you kidding me? The economy could hardly be better (“Midterm voters: It’s the economy,” Aug.
27).The Nasdaq and Dow at record highs.Affordability has already been enhanced by no tax on overtime, tips and most Social Security.
President Trump and his One Big Beautiful Bill Act also prevented a big tax hike.If affordability is a problem, put your big boy or girl shoes on and get a job.When you ...