McHenry County Opinion
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Medicare increase was exaggeratedSep 02, 2012 4:40 am - In the Sunday, Aug. 19, issue of the Daily Herald Mr. Morrissey of Huntley indicated Plan B of Medicare will rise in cost to $247 per person per month in two years from ...
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The SoapboxSep 01, 2012 5:00 am - A stalwart example: Cardinal Francis George, diagnosed with cancer for the second time, is facing it with courage, optimism and openness. He is a model for anyone with s...
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Happiness doesn’t come that easilySep 01, 2012 4:40 am - A recent Herald article, titled “Be Happy,” offered a sadly shortsighted view on the subject. The article espouses that if we stop complaining, focus on the positive, gi...
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Roskam’s plan to get debt under controlAug 31, 2012 4:40 am - I am writing today to express my support for Congressman Peter Roskam, who is running in the 6th District. Our federal government is facing a fiscal crisis. Annual trill...
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Editorial: The GOP, the Tea Party and value of party unityAug 29, 2012 9:08 am - There will be lots of talk about unity at the Republican National Convention this week, but one wonders to what degree the concept will define the goals of the Republica...
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View pensions as part of worker’s payAug 28, 2012 5:00 am - View pensions as part of worker’s pay When looking for solutions to our pension problems, it helps to be sure we know what we’re talking about. Pension payments hav...
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Coolidge is sensible alternative for 6thAug 28, 2012 5:00 am - Coolidge is sensible alternative for 6th Leslie Coolidge is my choice to represent the 6th District in Congress. She will focus on helping the middle class find job...
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Docs, patients hurt by Medicare cutsAug 28, 2012 4:40 am - I treat cancer patients daily at American Cancer Center. As a radiation oncologist, I am deeply troubled by the proposed Medicare cuts that could take effect on Jan. 1, ...
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Tax rollback will benefit businessesAug 27, 2012 5:00 am - Government at every level is facing some of the most challenging times in recent memory. Retailers, consumers and taxpayer are feeling the pinch as well, but there remai...
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Pick real estate agent wiselyAug 26, 2012 4:40 am - I’m thinking of maybe moving to a nicer climate, so my wife suggested we think about listing our home with a reputable real estate agent locally. We looked around and to...