Cook County Opinion
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It's a mistake to see U.S. economy as 'robust'Feb 15, 2016 12:00 am - Letter writer David Schein would be hard-pressed to find any sober economist who'd describe the U.S. economy as "robust." It's not. Instead of its historical annual gro...
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First choice in 10 years in District 6Feb 15, 2016 12:00 am - I used to be a Peter Roskam supporter. I voted for him in the last election, but like most politicians who have spent more than 10 years in Washington, Roskam has turned...
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Less than accurate about accomplishments?Feb 15, 2016 12:00 am - As we enter the political campaign season, one would hope that candidates try to share an accurate picture of their accomplishments. I have been contacted by many people...
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This was a worthy memorialFeb 15, 2016 12:00 am - I just finished reading the obituary of Julia A. Jachec. This lady had an amazing life. First generation Irish immigrant, put herself through college working a full-time...
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It's the 'free stuff' that gets themFeb 15, 2016 12:00 am - I can't believe that Bernie Sanders, a lifelong self- avowed socialist, is so popular right now. Oh wait, it makes perfect sense: "People like free stuff." John Bouvie...
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Candidate can lead return to Reagan principlesFeb 15, 2016 12:00 am - As an adult child of the World War II generation, I believe, that of late, we are witnessing a strong resurgence and desire to return back the clock to the era when stro...
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Endorsement: Herman White in GOP congressional primary to challenge Bill FosterFeb 14, 2016 10:00 pm - Three Republicans are battling it out in the 11th Congressional District for the right to take on incumbent Democrat Bill Foster in the fall. The Republican establishmen...
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Enigmatic question on who worships same GodFeb 13, 2016 11:01 pm - As I have pondered the question of Muslims worshipping the same God as Christians, I am confronted with the following. The Apostle Paul in his epistles, especially Roman...
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Clear choice for McHenry State's AttorneyFeb 13, 2016 11:01 pm - In studying the Republican candidates for McHenry County State's attorney, I see two distinct choices. Dan Regna is a 23-year resident of McHenry County while Patrick K...
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Township classes keeping us fitFeb 13, 2016 12:00 am - About 10 years ago, over 20 of us crowded into a Maine Township room to meet our new chair aerobics instructor, JoAnn Kitching. Minutes later, music booming, JoAnn was i...