Opinion Stories from November 27, 2011 (Change date)
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Occupy protests are neededNov 27, 2011 5:16 am - The author of “How Occupy can be effective” on Nov. 20 includes “realizing that protesting is not a solution.” She obviously has not paid much attention in any of her hi...
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The case for seeking a waiver from NCLBNov 27, 2011 5:01 am - In Illinois, we believe strong standards can and do help our schools achieve. However, we need a system that also recognizes and encourages growth. This year, the rigid ...
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Teachers need some positive pressNov 27, 2011 4:46 am - Thank you, thank you, thank you for leading with a positive story about teachers on the front page of your paper on November 10. Hopefully, this won’t be the last time. ...
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Questionable culture in college athleticsNov 27, 2011 4:46 am - Richard Cohen’s Nov. 9 column was headlined, “When all seems lost, culture pulls a nation through.” True enough, but culture can lead to a nation’s downfall as well. Co...
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Soldier stories sharp contrast to othersNov 27, 2011 4:46 am - Kudos to the Daily Herald for retelling the stories of the brave soldiers killed in action. The sacrifices that the soldiers and their families make should never be forg...
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All we have are lies and little progressNov 27, 2011 4:46 am - What happened to the truth since the last presidential election? We expect to make an informed decision on Election Day, but how can that happen without having factual i...
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Abortion or murder all in the timingNov 27, 2011 4:46 am - Jessica Cruz is being held without bail on murder charges for the termination of her child shortly after birth, as reported in the Daily Herald. Her big mistake was her ...
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Holidays: A test to see if your glass is half fullNov 27, 2011 4:01 am - The holidays, if you ask me, are when one is really tested by the timeworn question: Is your glass half full or half empty? The day before Thanksgiving, I’ll admit, I wa...
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Editorial: As voters, we need to take our jobs seriouslyNov 27, 2011 4:01 am - In Illinois, the 2012 elections officially get under way this week. Candidates may begin filing petitions for most county, state and national offices on Monday. There is...
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