Kane County Opinion
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Listen to the students of Parkland, FloridaMar 17, 2018 1:00 am - Another killer. Another school. More innocent victims who are offered "thoughts and prayers." Unfortunately, politicians aren't motivated to pass gun legislation because...
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Leadership on transportation issues saves livesMar 16, 2018 1:00 am - As president of the Illinois Chapter of the American Traffic Safety Services Association, and a Chicago-area business owner, I wanted to share some insights on why I thi...
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Voters hurt by primary restrictionsMar 16, 2018 1:00 am - How can a voter in Kane County who prides himself on being an independent vote for Elizabeth Flood on the Republican ballot? I feel she is by far the most qualified cand...
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Sheriff has earned chance for re-electionMar 16, 2018 1:00 am - In politics, many times humbleness is not part of the strategy. As a result, hardworking and capable people often do not participate in our representative form of govern...
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Repeal of home rule is taxpayers' only hopeMar 16, 2018 1:00 am - The situation that has occurred in East Dundee in the 14 years since Home Rule was established there should serve as a warning to residents of municipalities throughout ...
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Neighbors willing to end home ruleMar 16, 2018 1:00 am - I live in Wonder Lake, and yes, I have been advocating to end home rule in East Dundee. The village has stressed to residents that "it's not right" or "it's not fair" th...
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Intelligence, passion for Kane sheriffMar 15, 2018 1:00 am - We support Don Kramer in the Republican primary for Kane County sheriff, and we encourage you to do the same. We have known Don for many years and have always been impre...
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Positive change in Congress, 6th Dist.Mar 15, 2018 1:00 am - I've had the opportunity to get to know Amanda Howland, Democratic contender for the 6th District in Congress, and she clearly offers a more rational agenda than Peter R...
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Primary manipulated for power playMar 15, 2018 1:00 am - Republican Chair of the Kane County Board Chris Lauzen has targeted three Democratic incumbents with Democratic primary challengers chosen by him and his fellow Republic...
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Well-managed fire district deserves supportMar 15, 2018 1:00 am - I am writing in support of the referendums that will be on this month's ballot for the South Elgin and Countryside Fire Protection District. The proposed referendums are...