Des Plaines Opinion
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Look at real cost of illegal immigrationJan 08, 2010 10:00 pm - This is in response to Philip from Hoffman Estates, he suggests illegal immigration is good for America. Most of his arguments stated how their cheap labor keeps costs d...
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Get out and shovel to encourage walkingJan 08, 2010 10:00 pm - Recently I was in Arlington Heights visiting family, and took a short walk along Arlington Heights Road. I must say that it was an unhappy experience. Many of the major ...
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In support of Judge JorgensenJan 08, 2010 10:00 pm - I am proud to announce support for Ann Jorgensen for 2nd District Appellate Court. The 2nd District is based in Elgin and hears cases arising in 13 counties in northern ...
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Fix money problems by writing ticketsJan 08, 2010 10:00 pm - I want to thank the Daily Herald for running my "Letter To The Editor", on Dec. 20 concerning the speeding U-46 buses and all the other speeders on Middle Street in Sout...
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Concessions amount to crimes against U.S.Jan 08, 2010 10:00 pm - As a sitting U.S. senator, Majority Leader Harry Reid of Nevada is probably immune from federal prosecution. However, current polling indicates that Nevada citizens may ...
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Now is the time to seek financial aidJan 08, 2010 10:00 pm - If college is in your plans for 2010, it's important to begin applying for financial aid as early as possible. Beginning this month, families and students can complete t...
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Robocalls aren't winning any votesJan 08, 2010 10:00 pm - Here's a clue for political candidates: Stop the annoying robocalls. They reflect poorly on you, and we're not answering or listening. You are wasting your campaign fun...
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Saturday Soapbox: Free lunches, unsung heroesJan 08, 2010 10:00 pm - No such thing as a free lunch: It's vital that Des Plaines keep its Meals on Wheels program operating for homebound residents, but aldermen are right to take a l...
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Get the facts right before spouting offJan 08, 2010 10:00 pm - Regarding Chris Peterson's assertion that Sen. Tom Coburn requested prayers for Sen. Byrd's death or incapacitation, the facts are that in a recent senate speech he aske...
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Thomas offers views too often overlookedJan 07, 2010 10:00 pm - Mark Grieger, I totally disagree with your recent comments about the worth of Cal Thomas' opinions. In today's world of upside down values, when all that is decent, mora...