Bruce's Journal

Bruce Slutsky was born in New York City in 1949. I retired 8 years ago after working as a Science/Engineering Librarian at the New Jersey Institute of Technology in Newark for 25 years. I was married to Karen until she passed away in February 2021. I have a son Lee who is now 37 years old. I am very much interested in the popular music of the 1960s, especially Bob Dylan and the Beatles. I am interested in rock and roll radio. I am an enthusiastic fan of the New York Mets.

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

A Few Comments About the Knicks Winning the NBA Championship

I was more excited about the Knicks winning the NBA Championship in 1970 and 1973. I guess the kids get more excited over sports teams. Older people realize there are more important things in the world than sports.
It was really disgraceful to see violence during the celebrations.
I sense there are many "fair-weather" fans out there. Where were they when the Knicks were mediocre? I guess everybody loves a winner.
The Mayor, Governor, and other elected officials should not gain popularity when a team wins a championship. We should judge them on how they handle problems that face everyone.
How many kids are going to play hooky from school on Thursday to come to the victory parade? The mayor is not postponing Regents exams scheduled for Thursday. I am surprised that the Regents exams were never cancelled. The curricula had to be geared to the standardized test.