Des Plaines Opinion
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Free-trade pacts would create jobsMay 15, 2011 12:00 am - The U.S. is finally within sight of having free trade agreements (FTAs) passed with South Korea, Panama and Colombia, but it’s as if we’re in first place with 100 yards ...
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Arlington Hts. voter appalled by low turnoutMay 15, 2011 12:00 am - I am 28 years old and a disabled voter who has not missed an election since I was 18. I went to vote at this year’s election for Arlington Heights and found out that onl...
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A reminder that seat belts save livesMay 15, 2011 12:00 am - For anyone who complains about getting a ticket for not buckling up when driving or riding in a motor vehicle, here’s a crash course in reality from the National Highway...
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Haley a true suburban ‘Idol’May 15, 2011 12:00 am - Last year, we had Lee DeWyze and the Blackhawks. This year, Haley Reinhart and the Bulls. Let’s hope for a repeat double championship. But even if that doesn’t happen, ...
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Rolling Meadows sidewalks get blockedMay 15, 2011 12:00 am - Now that the weather is nice it makes it possible to take a walk around the neighborhood, but some people do not allow that because they break the law by parking across ...
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Streamwood trustee: Thank you for chance to serveMay 15, 2011 12:00 am - Last fall, I announced I would not be seeking re-election as Streamwood village trustee in 2011. It was not an easy decision as public service means a great deal to me. ...
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Obamacare weighs on middle classMay 15, 2011 12:00 am - I’m always amazed by people who are gullible enough to believe that Obamacare is going to give them something for nothing. I assume they also believe in Santa Claus and ...
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Trio pledges to keep Schaumburg library soundMay 15, 2011 12:00 am - We would like to thank the voters of Schaumburg Township for putting their trust in us to provide the leadership for our Schaumburg Township District Library. It is our ...
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Mt. Prospect man fears for his catsMay 15, 2011 12:00 am - This is an open letter to the Humane Society and pet lovers. When I watch your and the ASPCA television ads I get very sad. I’ve taken care of homeless and needy cats fo...
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Enough, already, about bin LadenMay 15, 2011 12:00 am - Stop the madness! The man is dead, and I believe it was a message that needed to be sent. Do we now need to glorify him by making him front-page news? Frankly, I do not ...