Cook County Opinion
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Think of the people, not the party, on health careMar 29, 2017 1:00 am - Because the disastrous Trumpcare health plan was pulled before it could be voted on due to lack of support, I would like to offer a suggestion for House Speaker Paul Rya...
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Immigration is an issue for local campaignsMar 29, 2017 1:00 am - With local elections coming up next month, voters will have the chance to elect people who can have a major impact on their pocketbooks. Trustees of villages, school dis...
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Total commitment to library boardMar 28, 2017 1:00 am - Since 1960, Bensenville Community Public Library has served the community as a center for lifelong learning, a beautiful facility filled with information and resources, ...
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U-46 candidates who meet the criteriaMar 28, 2017 1:00 am - I am a child of teachers and a grandchild of teachers; a product of a "free and public education." The welfare of our public school system was often a topic at dinner ta...
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Elgin Twp. tax vote would help seniorsMar 28, 2017 1:00 am - I am writing this letter to express my support for the upcoming Elgin Township referendum to assist seniors in the community. I personally have found Elgin Senior Servic...
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There's a reason we have banking regulationsMar 27, 2017 1:00 am - Scott Gryder's guest editorial on March 19 neglects some relevant items. He complains about two issues with the Dodd-Frank law: the additional documentation and controls...
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50-year-old library needs an updateMar 27, 2017 1:00 am - The Villa Park Library needs your help. Almost 50 years old, the infrastructure is worn out: air conditioning, heating, and the roof, are all on life support. Wiring, de...
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Experience, knowledge define candidateMar 27, 2017 1:00 am - Vernon Township needs a supervisor with experience in township government and who has ideas that will benefit our community. That's why I'm voting for Daniel Didech to b...
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Endorsement lacked supporting evidenceMar 27, 2017 1:00 am - Regarding your endorsement editorial headlined, "Maglio for Roselle village president," I have a point of contention that needs to be discussed. Good journalism provides...
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Commissioner has been builder for safetyMar 27, 2017 1:00 am - I met Martin McManamon on a cold February four years ago as he canvassed our neighborhood in his first election as Wayne Township Highway Commissioner. He asked "What ca...