Respected the reader

The endorsement of Hillary Clinton by the Daily Herald reinforced my fundamental belief that she has earned the position of president of the United States. I salute the quality of the journalism, the excellence of the writing and the thoroughness of the presentation.

I personally read the endorsement twice - the second reading out loud to hear and "taste" the flavor of this piece.

I have always held the Daily Herald editorial board in high esteem. It influences my thinking yet honors any personal differences I might have with its positions. But Saturday's endorsement was a masterpiece of writing and a salute to the staff - not because I happen to agree with your position but because you brought dignity to a sullied campaign with which we have been bombarded.

You honored the reader and spoke to us as though we, too, are intelligent readers and informed voters. I thank you. Know that the work you do reminds us that dignity and excellence in the media still is alive and well and has found a home in the Daily Herald.

Joanne Rooney

Arlington Heights