Woodstock Opinion
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Endorsements: Christensen, Johnson for McHenry County Board, District 3Oct 20, 2016 1:00 am - McHenry County Board incumbent Michael Walkup is running for county board chairman, a position without a vote. That's why the Crystal Lake Republican also seeks re-elect...
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Endorsement: Foster for Congress, 11th DistrictOct 18, 2016 1:00 am - Congressman Bill Foster has made a name for himself as the only scientist elected to serve on Capitol Hill. And that expertise serves him well, not just in matters of po...
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A legislator who works ceaselesslyOct 17, 2016 12:01 am - I have known Pamela Althoff for over 15 years now. I knew her first as a friend, later as a colleague. A friend is a person you can spend time with and be yourself and v...
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Endorsement: Kenneally for McHenry County state's attorneyOct 07, 2016 1:00 am - There are two qualified candidates for McHenry County State's Attorney. Democrat Ray Flavin brings a wealth of experience as an attorney, interest in cutting costs and a...
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Common sense shows obvious choiceSep 16, 2016 12:01 am - With the sad condition the state of Illinois is in - massive debt, out of control spending, obscene taxes, etc. - it is only common sense to elect people to Springfield ...
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Editorial: Success combines personal determination, community supportSep 07, 2016 1:00 am - The story of Catherine Sanchez's rise from high school dropout to 30-year-old neurobiology student at Stanford University would be inspirational enough if it involved on...
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When you do a good job, people stay with youAug 29, 2016 1:00 am - I've been reading Letters to the Editor regarding Rep. Franks stating a common theme. He ran for an elected office more times than he thought was necessary. As it turns ...
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Expect only lip service from FranksAug 27, 2016 1:00 am - Lip service: an avowal of advocacy, adherence, or allegiance expressed in words but not backed by actions. Jack Franks' website states the goal of his "Cut10 Plan": "red...
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No roads named after this WalkupAug 22, 2016 1:00 am - A recent letter to the editor about Mike Walkup focused on his family legacy in the county. Indeed, a major road was named for Mike's great-great ancestor whose contribu...
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New hospital happy event to witnessAug 10, 2016 1:00 am - I just came from the ribbon-cutting event for the new hospital. What a beautiful facility that will be a cornerstone to the Huntley area for decades. I was able to meet...