By Phil Williams, 1819 News Commentary “Diversity, equity, and inclusion” (DEI) are some of the most overused words in the English language of late. Ostensibly the DEI movement is designed t... Read more
By Phil Williams, 1819 News Commentary I want to paint you a mental picture. Just imagine this scenario with me. Let’s say you work hard, save money, and establish good credit. After many ye... Read more
By Phil Williams, 1819 News Commentary In the early days of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Baghdad International Airport (BIAP) was the hub for U.S. activity in the war zone. Saddam Hussein’s near... Read more
By Phil Williams, 1819 News Commentary Beginning in 1948, the early days of television, the catchphrase, “Smile! You’re on Candid Camera!” became a part of pop culture. Amazingly detailed pr... Read more
By Phil Williams, 1819 News Commentary It can be very sobering for one generation to watch the next repeat its mistakes. My grandfather, a retired general, wore Glider Wings on his uniform.... Read more
By Phil Williams, 1819 News Commentary Some years ago, a contract lobbyist came to my State Senate office. Contract lobbyists are interesting. Unlike a governmental affairs person, who works... Read more
By Phil Williams, 1819 News Commentary It’s funny how some things just sound old or out of date, and for that reason alone become objects of scorn. Take “Good Housekeeping Magazine.” Have yo... Read more
By Phil Williams, 1819 News Commentary These are strange and often unprecedented times — made even more so as Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg indicts former U.S. President Donald Tru... Read more
By Phil Williams, 1819 News Commentary I’m glad I live in a state where our elected officials are choosing to take care of kids. I’m proud that our legislature had the strength of will to pa... Read more
Phil Williams: Always remember and never forget
By Phil Williams, 1819 News Commentary Memorial Day is designed for us to always remember, and never forget. Those words may sound synonymous but they really aren’t. To “always remember” imp... Read more