Cook County Opinion
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Positive change in Congress, 6th Dist.Mar 15, 2018 1:00 am - I've had the opportunity to get to know Amanda Howland, Democratic contender for the 6th District in Congress, and she clearly offers a more rational agenda than Peter R...
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Primary manipulated for power playMar 15, 2018 1:00 am - Republican Chair of the Kane County Board Chris Lauzen has targeted three Democratic incumbents with Democratic primary challengers chosen by him and his fellow Republic...
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Well-managed fire district deserves supportMar 15, 2018 1:00 am - I am writing in support of the referendums that will be on this month's ballot for the South Elgin and Countryside Fire Protection District. The proposed referendums are...
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Unquestioned integrity for DuPage sheriffMar 15, 2018 1:00 am - I've had a long career as the Elmhurst police chief, Illinois state representative and state senator. I have extensive experience in both the law enforcement and politic...
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Experienced, activeMar 14, 2018 1:00 am - I've been a voter since turning 18, but feel it's never been more important to take part in our democracy by being an engaged and informed voter. This has led me to disc...
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No gain, all pain in loss of home ruleMar 14, 2018 1:00 am - No gain, all pain. That's the best way to sum up the question on East Dundee's ballot, "Shall the Village of East Dundee cease to be a home rule unit?" State Rep. Allen ...
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Candidate deserves your vote for judgeMar 10, 2018 12:00 am - I write to ask you to vote for Judge Elizabeth Flood in the March 20 Republican Primary. I strongly endorse her for several reasons. First, and most importantly, Judge F...
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Make sure your vote countsMar 10, 2018 12:00 am - Recently, Admiral Mike Rogers, the NSA director, acknowledged that no one in the administration has taken sufficient steps to prevent Russian cyber meddling in the 2018 ...
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GAO fact sheet supports value of gunsMar 10, 2018 12:00 am - On Feb. 26, Glen Grosch questioned a writer who said "guns save lives more than a million times a year." According to the GAO fact sheet, guns are used by law-abiding ci...
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Roskam tax bill will hurt middle classMar 09, 2018 12:00 am - Illinois 6th District Congressman Peter Roskam has betrayed his constituents and needs to be voted out of office. The tax bill that he wrote, and so proudly defends in h...