McHenry County Opinion
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Why do we send bad judges to the bench?Nov 13, 2008 10:00 pm - People complain about our judicial system, but when they have a chance to do something about it, they don't. Every election, it's the same: We elect a few bad judges. Mo...
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A fight to support choice of adoptionNov 11, 2008 10:00 pm - The first major effort to promote awareness of the need for adoptive families for children in the foster care system occurred in Massachusetts. In 1976, then-Gov. Mike D...
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Rep. Kirk outlines focus for next termNov 11, 2008 10:00 pm - I want to thank the voters of the 10th District for re-electing me as their representative in Congress. After a hard-fought campaign, the center held and I will serve a...
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Let's invest in early childhood educationNov 11, 2008 10:00 pm - My message is simple: It's never too early to invest in a child, no matter the nation's economic struggles. The most cost-effective and successful way to close the achi...
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Bush pledges to work for, with allNov 10, 2008 10:00 pm - Thank you to the voters of District 6. I am honored to be elected to represent you on the Lake County Board. I plan to do everything I can to work on the issues that con...
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Ideas for safer construction zonesNov 09, 2008 10:00 pm - I can't believe that IDOT allows a right turn on red and doesn't have a left turn on arrow only sign in all construction zones. The intersection of Harnish and Randall r...
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Thanks for great Peanut DayNov 09, 2008 10:00 pm - I want to publicly thank the citizens of Crystal Lake and honor our High Donor, Snap On Tools, for their support of the Crystal Lake Kiwanis Peanut Day efforts. The peop...
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Thanks to residents for referendum OKNov 08, 2008 10:00 pm - I would like to extend my deep appreciation to Lake County residents for once again making a commitment to preserving open space. The $185-million referendum approved by...
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Be kind to your election judgesNov 08, 2008 10:00 pm - I have worked as an election judge for over 30 years. At the election this week it became apparent the young people are in need of a civic lesson. Election judges are no...
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What's really in and out under ObamaNov 07, 2008 10:00 pm - In reference to Jamie Sotonoff's "In and Out" article now that Barack Obama has been elected (Nov. 6), I would like to submit my own. Though I am sure that some of Soto...