Libertyville Opinion
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Toll increase bullies driversAug 27, 2011 5:00 am - The Illinois Tollway does not need an outrageous 88 percent toll increase at this time. Even Director Bill Morris’ proposed 38 percent increase is too much. How many pe...
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We need a fresh start on CongressAug 22, 2011 4:00 am - When my computer stops working, I can reboot it and it works again. When my cell phone stops working, I can reboot it and it works again. When my TV stops working, I can...
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Community organizing a noble pursuitAug 21, 2011 5:00 am - Regardless of the many crises we find ourselves in these days, I will always be proud to be an American. My father (and also my oldest sister) became an American citizen...
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Why don’t police tranquilize dogs?Aug 20, 2011 5:00 am - In regard to an Aug. 8 article by Tara Garcia Mathewson, I found the story very disturbing. I was sad that the little poodle died, but I was also sad that the Elgin poli...
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Time for tollway users to speak upAug 18, 2011 5:00 am - Today, suburban commuters get a chance to be heard. We hope they take advantage of it. The Illinois Toll Highway Authority begins a public hearing process on its 15-year...
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Why shouldn’t feds have to trim?Aug 18, 2011 5:00 am - This is in response to Joseph M. Jason’s letter “Shortsighted to cut federal workforce.” Why does he think the federal government shouldn’t have to cut expenses? Busines...
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Route 53 extension vital for growthAug 18, 2011 4:00 am - It’s no surprise that our region ranks among the worst in the nation for traffic congestion, because we experience it every day. If you travel in Lake County, you also k...
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Obama demonstrated right leadershipAug 17, 2011 5:00 am - In resolving the debt ceiling crisis, President Obama proved to be a master of the art of compromise, which is the only way to lead effectively with divided government. ...
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DuPage benefits trim a wise modelAug 15, 2011 4:00 am - It’s never easy to have your pay or benefits trimmed. Too many of us know that all too well. In that regard, we empathize with the DuPage County employees who will see t...
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Politicians should sign this pledgeAug 11, 2011 12:00 am - Republicans sign pledges not to raise taxes no matter what (270 of them in Congress); Democrats sign pledges not to change Social Security no matter what (123 of them). ...