Cook County Opinion
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Time to slow down and save energyJul 29, 2008 11:00 pm - I was driving on I-90 an Sunday. I was doing 60 mph, I was also the slowest vehicle on the road. As I watched everyone pass me at 70 mph or more a very real thought came...
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The facts support Kirk independenceJul 28, 2008 11:00 pm - In his letter (Fence Post, July 17) attacking Congressman Kirk, Mike Konopka says at one point that, "the 10th District isn't buying it anymore." What the 10th District ...
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Writer's latest is full of distortionsJul 28, 2008 11:00 pm - In his most recent letter to the editor, William U. Parrot exhorts us to "Get the facts. Truth will set you free." Indeed. "Bush lied, people died." "Worst president sin...
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Religion cannot be imposed on publicJul 28, 2008 11:00 pm - "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof." That's all that is needed to say that the Bible cannot b...
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To solve problems, look in your mirrorJul 27, 2008 11:00 pm - If you are fed up with inept career politicians, rising energy and food prices and really want to know why, look in your mirror. It's our laziness and apathy and our co...
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Responsibility is key to our rightsJul 27, 2008 11:00 pm - Two letters in the July 16 Fence Post responded to a July 10th letter mentioning fireworks, freedom, responsibility, and property damage. Both refer to the concept that...
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Prospect Hts. turns deaf ear to residentsJul 27, 2008 11:00 pm - The city of Prospect Heights seems to do as they please and doesn't care what the average citizen wants. We moved to P.H. over 35 years ago because of its country atmosp...
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'A political giant has passed'Jul 27, 2008 11:00 pm - A political giant has passed from the scene. Even though many residents in this area today may not be familiar with her name, former state Sen. Virginia Macdonald, who p...
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Palatine Jaycees embody spirit of AmericaJul 27, 2008 11:00 pm - Palatine Township would like to extend our sincere congratulations to the Palatine Jaycees for once again organizing the 4th of July Parade that reflects the true spirit...
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Township costs less than county wouldJul 27, 2008 11:00 pm - Last month, David Hamilton continued his diatribe against township government. Let's see, he thinks that Cook County can do better? He thinks Cook County taking over ser...