Phil Reisman, Author at Westchester Magazine

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Hate Has No Home Here Signs: Vice Signaling or Compassionate?

The “Hate Has No Home Here” movement started in a diverse Chicago neighborhood.

Who Would Be on Westchester's Mount Rushmore?

Phil Reisman shares his “core four” picks for enshrinement.

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Phil Reisman's Dog Once Ate His Newspaper Column ⁠— And a Couch

The columnist shares the story of his peculiar canine, Roger.

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Could We See a New York-Style Brexit From Upstaters?

Upstaters, who generally lean Republican and conservative, have little say in statewide matters because of the concentration of power in New York City, where Democrats rule.

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Curious Neighbors Tour One of the Most Unique Homes in Yonkers

Phil Reisman dives into the history of the Eleazar Hart House.

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Have You Seen the Long Island Sound's Giant Squid?

They say the first thing that hits you is the horrible smell.

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What’s the Deal With This Paul Bunyan Statue’s Missing Arm?

You've seen him and probably wondered about him — the 24-foot tall fiberglass figure of the mythical hero in Elmsford. What's up with that?

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A Black Westchester Dentist Fights Immorality in the Presidency

Leon Scott achieved 15 minutes of national fame for a critical letter he wrote to President Dwight Eisenhower.

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New York Comptroller Tom DiNapoli Finds Your Unclaimed Funds — and Your Votes

Phil Reisman has a theory on how DiNapoli manages to be one of the state's most popular politicians with such an arcane position.

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Should New Rochelle Grow Marijuana on David's Island?

Phil Reisman dives into this proposal that might surprisingly hold some traction.

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