West Chicago Opinion
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You’re not a rock star, Mr. ObamaJul 26, 2013 4:40 am - You’re not a rock star, Mr. Obama Enough already, Mr. Obama. Any one of us could have been Trayvon-but we aren’t. Playing the race card just doesn’t cut it. Mr. Zim...
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Editorial: Monteith death, local numbers emphasize urgency, depth of heroin problemJul 19, 2013 5:00 am - More than a decade ago, the Daily Herald produced a series of reports spanning more than two years about heroin use in the suburbs. We called the series “The Hidden Scou...
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Double standard by corporate America?Jul 19, 2013 4:40 am - Double standard by corporate America? My question is for “corporate America” to answer. Why is it that the group that is first to scream about the “N” word when use...
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Editorial: Signs of a new era for Glen Ellyn, College of DuPageJul 17, 2013 8:28 am - It was just a village board planning retreat, so what could be the big deal about Glen Ellyn village leaders’ meeting Monday at College of DuPage? In some ways, the loca...
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When truth was solid as cast ironJul 17, 2013 4:40 am - When truth was solid as cast iron With the Supreme Court’s recent ruling on same-sex marriage, the tide of history has risen yet again, submerging my knees in brack...
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Ashamed to say we live in IllinoisJul 14, 2013 4:40 am - Ashamed to say we live in Illinois In the June 22 business section is an article that should have been on the front page. The situation in this state is beyond beli...
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The SoapboxJul 13, 2013 5:00 am - Roselle’s special Fifth: The village of Roselle should give itself a hand. Thanks to efforts by individuals, businesses and a $9,000 donation from a church-affiliated no...
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The SoapboxJun 22, 2013 5:00 am - The Great Debate: It’s fun to hear fans debate whether the 2013 Blackhawks season was more impressive than the 1985 Chicago Bears, or the 72-win season by Michael Jorda...
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Editorial: Suburban quality of life still healthyJun 21, 2013 7:57 am - A constant barrage of information and complaints reminds us nearly every day what a horror it is to live in Illinois. State spending is out of control. We’re pushing bus...
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Editorial: A model for streamlining governmentJun 17, 2013 1:00 pm - Can merging or eliminating a measly 13 localized government bodies in DuPage County lead to more efficient government across the state of Illinois? State Sen. Tom Culler...