DuPage County Opinion
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A tribute to Hyde, a lion of a manDec 06, 2007 10:00 pm - In this high political season, we will do well to remember a lion of a man -- unashamed of his deep faith, unequivocal in his convictions and unparalleled in leadership ...
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Thanks for help at fundraiserDec 06, 2007 10:00 pm - We would like to thank all of the people who attended or sponsored the Plate of Pasta fundraiser that was held on Nov. 16 at the VFW hall in St. Charles. It was a huge s...
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Assessments go up, home values downDec 06, 2007 10:00 pm - Housing values are down an average 4.2 percent, but your tri-annual assessment from crooked Cook County is up 22 percent or more. No matter what happens in real estate ...
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Cut pay and perks to balance budgetDec 06, 2007 10:00 pm - If the DuPage County board members would cut their numbers on the board, and cut their salaries and the perks they receive, I would think the county budget could be met ...
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How the Naperville grinches ruined Christmas. Or not.Dec 06, 2007 10:00 pm - OK, I was a bit disappointed when the note arrived from one of my editors. "Naperville didn't ruin Christmas, after all." We were in hot pursuit of this breathtaking sto...
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Long lines a ploy to get more tax dollarsDec 06, 2007 10:00 pm - Not sure about everyone else in DuPage County, but somehow I feel that the long lines to get into the Du Page County courthouse these days, are just a hidden ploy (agend...
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Overstuffed classes alter learning, futureDec 06, 2007 10:00 pm - The current overcrowding in classrooms needs to be made known. I believe there are too many people unaware of the current situations in our schools. As a student and th...
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It's time to cut taxes on gasolineDec 05, 2007 10:00 pm - Pre-election speeches have been written. High price of gasoline is not included. We have heard most of it. Social Security is in trouble. Medicare is in trouble. Health ...
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Home inspection story inaccurateDec 05, 2007 10:00 pm - I am writing in response to Mr. Joseph Ryan's article Nov. 16, "Getting a Safe, Sound Home." He states a tub and shower combo must have a control valve limiting water t...
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Too much positive spin on Rep. HydeDec 05, 2007 10:00 pm - It always amazes me when someone in public office passes away, all the accolades thrown their way. In the case of Henry Hyde, almost everything you heard after his passi...