NY Post Readers Discuss Disloyal US Athletes and More

Letters to the Editor cover topics from Olympic athletes criticizing the US to Stephen King's Trump Derangement Syndrome

Published on Mar. 3, 2026

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NY Post readers share their thoughts on various topics in letters to the editor, including disappointment with American athletes speaking out against the US at the Winter Olympics, concerns about Stephen King's political commentary impacting his writing, and calls for more outrage over hate speech against Israel and Jewish people in New York schools and universities.

Why it matters

These letters provide a window into the perspectives of NY Post readers on high-profile issues related to politics, sports, and popular culture. They highlight ongoing debates around patriotism, free speech, and the role of public figures in political discourse.

The details

The letters cover a range of topics, including criticism of American Olympic athletes who have 'bad mouthed his homeland on the world stage', concerns about author Stephen King's 'Trump Derangement Syndrome' impacting his writing, calls for more outrage over hate speech against Israel and Jewish people in New York schools, and praise for President Trump's efforts to 'repair the world' by taking on Mexican drug cartels.

  • The letters were published on February 28, 2026.

The players

Rich Lowry

A columnist whose work was referenced in the letters.

Hunter Hess

An American Olympic athlete who was criticized for speaking out against the US.

Allyson Friedman

A Hunter College professor whose racist remarks were condemned in the letters.

Donald Trump

The former US president whose policies and actions were praised and criticized in the letters.

Stephen King

A renowned horror author whose political commentary was criticized in the letters.

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What they’re saying

“I was disappointed to observe American 'athlebrities' speak out so prominently in critiquing the United States from their temporary perches overseas.”

— Brooke Gunning, Reader (New York Post)

“His latest post about President Trump was especially sad. Saying Trump has never had a child was odd enough, but the part about him not having done any 'sweat labor' was especially hypocritical.”

— David S. Moody, Reader (New York Post)

“However, where's the outrage for the far worse hate speech against Israel and Jewish people that's become mainstream in the New York City school system, colleges and universities? Such speech has led to far worse outcomes than what was said by Prof. Friedman.”

— Zachary Margolies, Reader (New York Post)

The takeaway

These letters reflect the diverse perspectives of NY Post readers on high-profile issues, highlighting ongoing debates around patriotism, free speech, and the role of public figures in political discourse. They underscore the need for balanced and nuanced discussions on these complex topics.