Cook County Opinion
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Congress looks out for needy dogsJul 04, 2008 11:00 pm - Congress is really giving out the pork. It is giving $188,000 to the Lobster Institute to make lobster biscuits for dogs. That money could help a lot of needy people in...
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A clear outline of the change we needJul 04, 2008 11:00 pm - At one point during the primaries, the catchword "change." After listening to all the candidates, their ideas of change don't stray very far from current party policies....
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A peaceful solution to the Iran problemJul 04, 2008 11:00 pm - Iran continues to pose a major threat to Israel and the stability of the entire Middle East. Despite years of U.N. pressure. Iran refuses to give up its nuclear program...
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Congressman not an entry-level jobJul 04, 2008 11:00 pm - United States congressman is not an entry-level position. An effective representative must know his district inside and out and be familiar with the legislative process....
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The true cost of oilJul 04, 2008 11:00 pm - Our country was attacked by people with a great hatred of our way of life. Our government found out where these individuals came from, and with worldwide support for our...
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Honor the past, celebrate the futureJul 03, 2008 11:00 pm - I encourage all Americans to remember what Independence Day truly means, to recognize the sacrifices of those serving in the military and to celebrate safely and respons...
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Celebrating a place where hope livesJul 03, 2008 11:00 pm - In the summer of 1776, a group of citizens convened to discuss the good governance of their land and communities. Each group of men had a different type of problem and ...
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A curmudgeon's guide to 4th of July festival funJul 03, 2008 11:00 pm - Yes, of course I enjoyed Jake Griffin's story on the front page of Thursday's paper. I helped him come up with the concept. It offered all sorts of useful tips on how to...
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Who gets to decide decency standards?Jul 02, 2008 11:00 pm - Columnist Mona Charon writing in Tuesday's Herald discusses some contrasts in two recent Supreme Court decisions. Her headline suggests that it's "Rule of Law vs. Perso...
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Kirk's Web site exists only for PRJul 02, 2008 11:00 pm - One key to democracy -- and thanks to the internet, one of the most important keys -- continues to dangle firmly out of reach in Congressman Mark Kirk's 10th District. ...