Algonquin Opinion
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Reasonable pay cuts will forestall strikeJun 17, 2011 1:00 am - As the mother of four children attending Cary District 26 schools, I am extremely concerned about the impasse that has developed over the next teachers’ contract. I fear...
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Rauschenberger shows real leadershipJun 17, 2011 1:00 am - There has been much talk lately about the lack of leadership within the ranks of our elected officials. It also has often been said that integrity is doing the right thi...
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Illinoisans denied right to self-protectionJun 17, 2011 1:00 am - Contrary to the assertions of Coleen Daley of Illinois Council Against Handgun Violence that concealed handguns will not make us safer, they already do. Between 800,000 ...
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Why we question our forefathers’ motivesJun 16, 2011 12:00 am - The interpretations of the U.S. constitution are broad and that is why we question the meaning of what our forefathers were saying. Domestic tranquility means keeping ou...
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Thanks for making Memorial Day specialJun 15, 2011 12:00 am - On behalf of the Elgin Patriotic Memorial Association, we would like to extend our sincere thanks and appreciation to all those who helped organize, participate in or at...
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Illinois must pass concealed-carry lawJun 14, 2011 12:00 am - The General Assembly had a golden opportunity this past session to grant the law-abiding citizens of Illinois a right to defend themselves with the passage of the Family...
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Eight steps to our financial solvencyJun 14, 2011 12:00 am - All Americans should support the following steps to deal with the crushing deficit that the Republicans are so upset about: tax all stock market transactions at some sma...
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Cellphone, auto makers can stop textingJun 13, 2011 12:00 am - I read your June 6 article warning not to text in construction areas and school areas. What about no texting anywhere in the U.S. while driving? You can give all the war...
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Thanks for help with diabetes campaignJun 13, 2011 12:00 am - The Dundee Township Lions Club wishes to thank the community for their exceptional generosity during the diabetes awareness campaign. The contributions provide awareness...
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End county pension perks, governorJun 13, 2011 12:00 am - Maybe it seemed reasonable 14 years ago to give some collar county elected officials 80 percent of their final salary after 20 years of service, but it sure doesn't seem...