McHenry County Opinion
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Three-prong approach to fiscal healthJan 10, 2011 10:00 pm - Why are you, Gov. Quinn and the Democratic leadership, focusing on closing the budget gap by proposing tax increases including an increase in the income tax rate on busi...
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Abusive docs should lose licensesJan 10, 2011 10:00 pm - Every day that I read another article detailing how doctors take advantage of and/or abuse their patients, I am astounded. As patients, we entrust physicians with our he...
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Income tax hike not necessaryJan 10, 2011 10:00 pm - An income tax hike is not necessary when Gov. Pat Quinn gave a $25 million grant to build a new charter school. The money was given to the United Neighborhood Organizati...
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Death penalty puts families in limboJan 10, 2011 10:00 pm - As a murder victim's family member, I am grateful Illinois may soon repeal the death penalty. Because of the terrible mistakes we've made in the past sentencing innocent...
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Pets didn't deserve this death penaltyJan 10, 2011 10:00 pm - The Muddy Paws animal shelter news first headlined my morning newspaper on Dec. 18. My initial reaction was one of horror and disbelief. As further details were publiciz...
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Better government? Send your ideasJan 10, 2011 10:00 pm - If you've ever been in charge of anything, you know the downside of asking other people, “How can I do this better?” You might get some fantastic ideas — fantastic, time...
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Obama still clinging to his agendaJan 10, 2011 10:00 pm - Think about it. For the new 2011 Congress to deeply ponder: Eliminate funding and repeal Obamacare. Permanently and fully abolish the “death tax.” Repeal Bill Clinton's ...
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Giving an American hero his dueJan 10, 2011 10:00 pm - Naturally, I and my fellow citizens have spent today immersed in the tragic news of more senseless violence and death in America. And although I in no way wish to downpl...
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State reps should challenge leadersJan 10, 2011 10:00 pm - Undeniably, Michael Madigan has effectively positioned himself as the most powerful political force in Illinois. He has led the Illinois House for over 20 years, and any...
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Boot camp a lesson in second chancesJan 09, 2011 10:00 pm - A 19-year-old Wheeling teen was given a second chance last week. Last month, the same second chance was granted to a 26-year-old Crystal Lake man. It won't be known for ...