Guy Sterling, Author at New Jersey Globe

Guy Sterling: Bill Brennan, the People’s Politician

March 17, 2026 12:04 amMarch 17, 2026 12:13 am

A convincing case can be made that Bill Brennan, a native of Ireland and father of a famous U.S. Supreme Court justice, was the most beloved political figure in Newark’s long history, although he’s barely remembered today. He was elected...

Sterling: Newark’s George Washington Statue — Fail to the Chief?

December 8, 2025 7:30 pmDecember 8, 2025 7:46 pm

OPINION The statue of Gen. George Washington standing majestically in a park in downtown Newark is one of the most unique statues of its kind, depicting the Revolutionary War hero and first American president in uniform alongside his horse. Almost...

Demise of The Star-Ledger: End of an Error

January 30, 2025 8:20 amJanuary 30, 2025 10:54 pm

OPINION In a few days, The Star-Ledger will cease printing after 86 years and then fade into history as a daily newspaper produced by what was once one of the premier news organizations in America. But in truth, the death...