Cook County Opinion
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Guys, do us a favor: put a shirt onJul 09, 2009 11:00 pm - I think it's safe to observe that we've all noticed summer is finally here. It's not only because of the higher temperatures or the outdoor cafes; it's not due to the ba...
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Palin's move not abrupt or shockingJul 09, 2009 11:00 pm - On Saturday's front page, The Associated Press' Rachel D'Oro wrote "Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin abruptly announced Friday she is resigning from office at the end of the mont...
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Farrah's death overshadowedJul 09, 2009 11:00 pm - How come there is so much about Michael Jackson's death in the newspaper but not that much about Farrah Fawcett's death. I know that Michael Jackson is the King of Pop a...
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When do we end pay-to-play's reach?Jul 09, 2009 11:00 pm - Given that Illinois now is firmly weighed down by the label of being one of the most corrupt states with one recent governor in prison and another heading for trial, the...
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Town Hall meeting frustrating experienceJul 09, 2009 11:00 pm - My husband and I attended a recent meeting hosted by state Rep. Sidney Mathias and state Sen. Matt Murphy. Many families of the disabled were present along with their di...
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Embassy in Iraq can be used betterJul 09, 2009 11:00 pm - Now that American troops have pulled out of Baghdad, perhaps our embassy staff could pull out of their megamillion, Halliburton-constructed country club of an embassy. I...
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Make state cuts across the boardJul 08, 2009 11:00 pm - It seems the loss of funds to balance the state budget always reverts to those who need just a "little help" the most. Because payroll expense is the largest part of mo...
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Kirk wrong on energy billJul 08, 2009 11:00 pm - In response to Congressman Mark Kirk's vote on the "Cap and Tax" bill and the July 4 well-reported story, I can say this: Like virtually all of Congress, he didn't read ...
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Taxpayers shouldn't bail out builderJul 08, 2009 11:00 pm - The warnings come from several quarters: From real estate consultant Mark Angelini: "There are very serious ramifications to dipping into (the general) fund." From Villa...
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Goudie column touches heartJul 08, 2009 11:00 pm - Congratulations and a huge bouquet for Chuck Goudie for his article in the Daily Herald on June 29. Unfortunately we have had many notable terrific, intelligent, talente...