Cook County Opinion
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Law is clear on counting write-insMay 11, 2015 1:00 am - Can we trust the ethics of an individual who wants to change the law just so it suits his purposes? I'm not so sure. Instructions for write-in votes were very clear and ...
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No excuse for animal crueltyMay 11, 2015 1:00 am - A recent Daily Herald Page 1 story featured a woman devoted to caring for adopted, aging cocker spaniels. From experience, I know older pets require attention, care and ...
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Violence no response to offensive artMay 11, 2015 1:00 am - The controversy over artistic freedom and "shock art" which may offend certain religious beliefs is not new nor contained to drawings of the prophet Mohammed. Older re...
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Why no mention of black film?May 11, 2015 1:00 am - I attended a glorious event in Elgin on April 26. It was the premiere of the film: "2-3-1: Two Boxcars, Three Streets, One City" held in Blizzard Auditorium of ECC. The ...
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The daily inspiration of capeless heroMay 10, 2015 1:00 am - I am 15 years old, and I believe heroes are found only in comic books or on the big screen. These figures of achievement and success glorify good deeds and bravery. Thei...
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The SoapboxMay 09, 2015 1:00 am - Bursting with pride: Two students from Illinois are among the 141 Presidential Scholars recognized for excellence in academics or the arts. Congrats to Siqi Liu of ...
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Anti-abuse medication should be insuredMay 08, 2015 1:00 am - The widespread abuse of pain medications has led to a growing public health problem in Illinois and across the country. Policymakers, law enforcement and public official...
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Rauner's war on Illinois workersMay 08, 2015 12:01 am - Rauner's war on Illinois workers Governor Rauner's budget gave more than $100 million in tax breaks to some of Illinois' biggest corporations while making cuts to d...
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Letter carriers again conducting food driveMay 07, 2015 1:00 am - Saturday, May 9, is this year's annual Letter Carrier Food Drive. This effort has been a tremendous success over the years due to the great support from the community. ...
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We must update summer meals programMay 06, 2015 11:00 pm - Tonight, one out of five children in Illinois will go to bed hungry. Nationwide, nearly 16 million children face hunger on a daily basis. With schools closing for the su...