Waukegan Opinion
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Gangs here but shouldn't be toleratedMar 15, 2010 11:00 pm - While most of us are looking forward to the coming warmer weather, it also serves as a reminder to local authorities that gang crime could be near. "The nice weather com...
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Lisa Stone is right about many thingsMar 14, 2010 11:00 pm - Many people are upset with Trustee Lisa Stone, thinking she has brought trouble and discord to the Village Board. The fact is that she has been right on most subjects. F...
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Real reason to skip voting?: DisgustMar 13, 2010 10:00 pm - The headlines in the Herald a few days ago read: "What will it take to get people voting?" The article suggested many reasons for the poor showing in the February primar...
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Senators, defend Clean Air ActMar 13, 2010 10:00 pm - As polluters ramp up efforts across the country that weaken pollution regulations, our senators must stand strong. The pollution that causes global warming and the indus...
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Where's the relief for self-employed?Mar 12, 2010 10:00 pm - I am self-employed with a small construction business that I run out of my home. I am close to be homeless. I've been late on my mortgage every month, and I had to borro...
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Stop blame game, and get to workMar 12, 2010 10:00 pm - In a Feb. 20 Fence Post article, an individual accused the Republican party of failing to accept responsibility for the $1 trillion debt inherited by the current adminis...
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Now is no time for ReaganomicsMar 12, 2010 10:00 pm - I was appalled when I heard Republican National Chairman Michael Steele's comments about extending President Bush's tax cuts for those making $250,000 a year or more. Ch...
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Responsible people footing all the billsMar 12, 2010 10:00 pm - And now Obama wants to set the premium rates for health insurance companies. Obama may not be as stupid as some think. He knows that if he can set the premium rates, he ...
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Citizens must step up now to force reformMar 11, 2010 10:00 pm - Many of us are willing to spend the hour it takes to get to the polls and vote during an election season. Are you willing to give an hour of your time for a once-in-10-y...
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Drop the belt and talk to your kidsMar 10, 2010 10:00 pm - Anyone remember the Golden Rule? It seems that for some parents these days, it only applies if their kids adhere to the Fifth Commandment. You know, the one where you ar...