McHenry County Opinion
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Congress looks out for its interests firstAug 06, 2008 11:00 pm - Both FNMA and Freddie Mac, the government created mortgage bankers, are big lobbyists and make sizable contributions to Congressional political campaigns. Ask yourself i...
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Politics shouldn't be a spectator sportAug 05, 2008 11:00 pm - At what point did the exercise of politics change from compromise and uniting for the common good to two sides screaming at each other and accomplishing nothing? Politic...
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Seals campaign is far from grassrootsAug 05, 2008 11:00 pm - Dan Seals likes to talk about his "grassroots support." He crows about his volunteers in the same interview where he, somewhat ironically, brags that he is importing act...
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Rep. Kirk's good, just not good enoughAug 04, 2008 11:00 pm - Like many political moderates in the 10th Congressional District, I believe Congressman Mark Kirk has been a good representative of our interests. He has been a strong ...
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Giving back in a winning wayAug 01, 2008 11:00 pm - Giving back in a winning way: When Michael Mendel bought a $100 raffle ticket, he was hoping to win big. But not for himself. The St. Charles business owner had other th...
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Buying oil from people who hate usJul 31, 2008 11:00 pm - According to the Hudson Institute, the 2007-08 text books in Saudi Arabia still teach their students to "hate the infidels." It is OK to kill non-Muslims practicing "po...
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Cubs over Sox in sevenJul 31, 2008 11:00 pm - I think it's great that our Chicago White Sox are doing so well, especially coming back after the All-Star break. I sincerely hope they win the American League pennant. ...
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Greenberg's position on oil makes senseJul 29, 2008 11:00 pm - I have had the opportunity to meet both candidates for the 8th Congressional District - Republican candidate Steve Greenberg and Democratic Congresswoman Melissa Bean. I...
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America needs lesson in mannersJul 28, 2008 11:00 pm - What has become of all the common sense and decency in our great country? Example: loud mouth ministers spewing hatred and controversy; inflammatory magazines such as Th...
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Palatine Jaycees embody spirit of AmericaJul 27, 2008 11:00 pm - Palatine Township would like to extend our sincere congratulations to the Palatine Jaycees for once again organizing the 4th of July Parade that reflects the true spirit...