Des Plaines Opinion
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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...
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Munson has been advocate for 43rdOct 23, 2008 11:00 pm - Ruth Munson, the state representative of the 43rd District, is seeking re-election. During her term in office she has been an effective advocate for senior citizens, for...
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Bean fails to lead on global warmingOct 21, 2008 11:00 pm - As a very environmentally concerned citizen, I have been disappointed about how silent Melissa Bean has been on the problem of global warming. The jury is in: Climate c...
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Munson a tireless advocate in ElginOct 21, 2008 11:00 pm - Since 1990, when the Elgin Leadership Academy began, I have had the opportunity and privilege to work with many committed community leaders. Among them is State Rep. Rut...
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For House districts 46, 48, 55, 56, 83 and 96Oct 21, 2008 11:00 pm - Springfield is a mess under the dysfunctional Democratic grip of Gov. Rod Blagojevich, Senate President Emil Jones and House Speaker Michael Madigan. It's time for the v...