Des Plaines Opinion
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A teachable moment about energyJun 20, 2010 11:00 pm - The Gulf of Mexico oil spill continues to generate anger and angst but also provides a teachable moment to discuss some key truths about the future of energy in America:...
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There's nothing better than making musicJun 20, 2010 11:00 pm - This is my response to a remark overheard following the Memorial Day observance held at St. Peter Church on Monday, May 31, referring to members of the Spring Valley Con...
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Salute Inc. run/walk another big successJun 20, 2010 11:00 pm - Salute IncOn May 30th, Salute, Inc. held its seventh annual Run/Walk in Arlington Heights and it was a great success. Each year we hold this event to not only run and wa...
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Employers: A little respect could go a long wayJun 20, 2010 11:00 pm - In today's tough job market, some employers really lack respect and courtesy for people who are looking for a full-time job, even in the teaching profession. I recently ...
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Arizona law just corrects a wrongJun 19, 2010 11:00 pm - The new immigration law that was passed by the Arizona legislature and signed into law by their governor provides that if someone is breaking the law and is stopped by t...
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Keep Illinois from being a sanctuaryJun 19, 2010 11:00 pm - Esmeralda Cruz writes and says the breaking up families is wrong when illegal aliens are deported. She is right, the families should not be broken up, deported parents s...
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How to save money in health careJun 19, 2010 11:00 pm - Recently had to find a new supplier for my son's insulin pump cartridges. Found a couple places online for $83-95 a box. After calling my insurance company I found the s...
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Every day should be Memorial DayJun 19, 2010 11:00 pm - On behalf of the Elgin Patriotic Memorial Association, I would like to extend our sincere thanks and appreciation to all of those who helped organize, participated in, o...
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Kirk's lie steals honor from veteransJun 19, 2010 11:00 pm - Mark Kirk's military record has come to light. I'm a veteran of the Korean War and saw combat for ten months. I now have been disabled many years. His excuse is unaccept...
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Let's learn rules of the roadJun 19, 2010 11:00 pm - A quick question for drivers, police, school administrators and parents: Has anyone paid any attention to the mature high school "children" when they cross McLean Boule...