Sandy’s threat to power plants overlooked
Sixteen. This was the number of nuclear plants in Hurricane Sandy’s projected path. Because of this, three plants were shut down during the storm while the other 11 were put on alert. While this may not...
Marketing strategist imparts wisdom
“The mind is the ultimate battleground in all marketing wars.” Although this phrase sounds like it could belong to a summer blockbuster, it is actually one of the driving principles behind businessman...
Downie projects the future of journalism
Similar to many news organizations, The Mirror underwent having to switch from just the print version to developing and maintaining an online version. Former Washington Post Executive Editor Leonard Downie...
Post-election, Americans wonder, “What next?”
For many Americans, the Nov. 6 presidential election was not as contentious or climactic as originally anticipated. Before the night was over, President Barack Obama had been re-elected, the Senate had hardly...
Fairfield U’s most notorious residents
They are perhaps the University’s most notorious residents, but they don’t pay room or board. They prefer the fields to Barone and the trees to Dolan Hall. OK, we’re talking about turkeys...
Ayo, Where’s My Mayo?
After nearly a month, my patience is gone. My cheeseburger is on my plate, the top bun uncovered as I add onions and lots of tomatoes at Barone’s condiment counter. I drizzle it with ketchup – and...
Alex Clare, you suck
It happens at the point in the relationship when you have opened almost entirely. This newfound vulnerability is hard to brave. It seems we have natural mechanisms in place to guard us from such levels of...
Doing your part
Around this time of year, we like to celebrate how fortunate we are by gathering with friends and family to feast. And as with any celebration of abundance, it is essential to remember those less fortunate...
Hispanic voters have spoken. Again.
Our democratic system is fueled by the electoral process. People vote based on what they believe a particular candidate can provide for them. In some elections if specific voter demographics appear to be...
“Arrow” nearly misses the mark
Five years ago, billionaire playboy Oliver Queen (Stephen Amell), while in a life raft after his yacht capsized, witnesses the suicide of his father. To him, this means the sudden loss of his kind-hearted,...