Des Plaines Opinion
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Don't open constitution to special interestsOct 26, 2008 11:00 pm - After a careful statewide study of the issue, the membership of the League of Women Voters of Illinois overwhelmingly opposes the call and recommends a no vote on the qu...
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Alas, the daily read a long way awayOct 26, 2008 11:00 pm - Alack and alas. Woe is me! Along with failing economy, dwindling bank account, acrimonious presidential debates, global warming to mention a few downers, comes another ...
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Prochno offers experience in bid for 66th DistrictOct 26, 2008 11:00 pm - On Nov. 4 the voters of the 66th District will be forced to replace a legend, Carolyn Krause. As an elected official I am truly saddened by her retirement. Carolyn stoo...
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Say 'yes' to Harper CollegeOct 25, 2008 11:00 pm - Harper College is preparing to embark on a $330 million campaign over 10 years to make major repairs and upgrades to existing buildings on the Palatine campus, plus buil...
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Bean brings common senseOct 24, 2008 11:00 pm - What a breath of fresh air Melissa Bean has proved to be in Washington! At a time when misleading politicians seem to be the norm, Melissa has shown courage in demanding...
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Our picks for Cook County officesOct 24, 2008 11:00 pm - For Cook County state's attorney, Anita Alvarez is the clear choice for her experience, understanding of the office and dedication to its mission. Republican challenger ...
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Obama's judgment is sadly lackingOct 24, 2008 11:00 pm - Good judgment does appear to be Obama's strong suit - i.e., Rezko, Ayers, Rev. Wright, Rev. Pfleger. But Obama's judgment really takes a nose-dive when you consider his...
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Where is Melissa Bean these days?Oct 23, 2008 11:00 pm - When Melissa Bean ran for Congress in 2004, she did so on the message that Phil Crane was not willing to debate her and that he was out of touch with the people in the 8...
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Our pick for Congress: Bean in 8th DistrictOct 23, 2008 11:00 pm - With four years in office behind her now, Rep. Melissa Bean of Barrington is hitting her stride in Congress. She is, as-advertised, a moderate Democrat whose biggest exp...
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Imagining Palin in the White HouseOct 23, 2008 11:00 pm - The nation should be concerned that while John McCain is indisposed during anti-cancer therapy, Acting President Palin may have a piqué and use her absolute and unrestri...