Cook County Opinion
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Thanks to residents for referendum OKNov 08, 2008 10:00 pm - I would like to extend my deep appreciation to Lake County residents for once again making a commitment to preserving open space. The $185-million referendum approved by...
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Munson says thanks for supportNov 08, 2008 10:00 pm - Dear Friends: It has been an honor to represent you in the Illinois General Assembly for the last six years. It has been a remarkable experience and one that I will alwa...
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Hooray for lane striping!Nov 08, 2008 10:00 pm - Yesterday, on my way home from work, I noticed that the lane lines have finally been repainted on Highland Avenue where it crosses the Fox River. Thank you so much for w...
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The election of 2008 was one for the agesNov 08, 2008 10:00 pm - The last time I voted in an election as generational and nation changing as this year's was in 1960. Then as now, old prejudices needed to end and young, fresh ideas an...
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Obama tax plan will invite class warfareNov 08, 2008 10:00 pm - The Obama tax proposal indicates that he will raise federal income taxes on Americans earning somewhere around $150,000 or more per year. The ceiling of the amount has ...
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Kirk should be GOP role modelNov 08, 2008 10:00 pm - Congressman Mark Kirk should be a role model for Republicans because he is inclusive, compassionate and green. He was supported by the Human Rights Campaign, the Nationa...
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Obama's victory is democracy at its bestNov 07, 2008 10:00 pm - Election night was a victory for Obama and democracy, and the world was watching. We showed the world democracy at its best. Remember countries all over the world look u...
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What's really in and out under ObamaNov 07, 2008 10:00 pm - In reference to Jamie Sotonoff's "In and Out" article now that Barack Obama has been elected (Nov. 6), I would like to submit my own. Though I am sure that some of Soto...
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You don't have to be GOP to be ChristianNov 07, 2008 10:00 pm - I know I'm not the only one who is sick of those who believe that being a good Christian means having to also be a Republican. Most of the religious right uses their re...
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Next time, endorse a winner: RoskamNov 07, 2008 10:00 pm - The Daily Herald seems to have trouble getting the message that people of the 6th District prefer to be represented by someone who lives in the 6th District, knows his n...