Rolling Meadows Opinion
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Walker pushing for reform, ready or notOct 24, 2010 11:00 pm - Paddy Bauler, the late unlamented ward boss, once famously stated “Chicago ain't ready for reform.” Mark Walker, during his first term as state representative has pushed...
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Walker is Krause's true successorOct 24, 2010 11:00 pm - For years, I supported Carolyn Krause as a moderate, independent voice for our community. When she retired, I was concerned that we would lose the independent and though...
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Birnbaum a fresh voice for House 53Oct 24, 2010 11:00 pm - Nearly a year ago, Sid Mathias spoke at an accounting seminar in Palatine. His comments reflected a jaded, disenchanted view of Illinois politics. He complained repeated...
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Ramey, Millner should keep seatsOct 24, 2010 11:00 pm - While throwing out all of the politicians would be easy, it would not be prudent. Let's remember that it is important to look at their accomplishments before we simply t...
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Don't add to D15's debt; vote no on refOct 24, 2010 11:00 pm - On Nov. 2, the citizens who are residents of Community Consolidated School District 15 will be voting on whether or not the district should borrow $27 million. I, for on...
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Is it only about election, or something more?Oct 24, 2010 11:00 pm - After reading Ryan Higgins' resume on his website, I had the feeling that the only things missing were a robe, staff, sandals and a body of water to walk on. What his we...
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Nothing scary about Walker's recordOct 24, 2010 11:00 pm - Judging by recent letters and political mailers Halloween must be in full swing! One such letter tried scaring folks by asking if state Rep. Mark Walker's voting record ...
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Dist. 15's financial house not in orderOct 24, 2010 11:00 pm - At the Oct. 13 District 15 school board meeting, a new and improved five-year financial forecast was unveiled that left two board members and many people in the audience...
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A vote for Bean is a vote for fiscal senseOct 24, 2010 11:00 pm - Let me get this straight. The ultimate in “fiscal conservatism” is not to pay your taxes, your mortgage, your car insurance. You allow other, more civic-minded citizens ...
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No longer a Bean supporterOct 22, 2010 11:00 pm - When Melissa Bean ran against Phil Crane, I voted for Melissa Bean. I felt that Phil Crane was not working in the best interest of the country. Now with the situation th...