Information needed before Feb. primary

With the 2010 elections coming next February I think we need some important information outlined by the Daily Herald staff that could shape the outcome of our, presently, elected officials. Please prepare a spreadsheet outlying the following:

1. Health Care: Which officials have voted for passage of this bill? If their vote is "Yes", have they agreed to join the general public by having their Health Care Program voided and accept the same Health Care Program we will be forced to use?

Does this new Health Care Bill include all Americans, such as police, firemen, teachers, railroad personnel, union workers, etc...? I am sure your journalists can come up with more categories.

2. War in Afghanistan: Would be nice to know which countries have troops in Afghanistan? How many troops for each country? How much money does each country contribute? Seems like we are carrying the brunt of this war that not only is beneficial to America but also to the rest of the world.

We would appreciate any information that the Daily Herald provides to allow all citizens make an informative decision on our elected officials.

Lloyd Morin

Arlington Heights