McHenry County Opinion
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True populists care for common peopleFeb 11, 2017 12:00 am - The movement that exhorts the rights, values and virtues of common people is the definition of populism. And right now, populism has only gained momentum across our worl...
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GOP fully supports 'President Bannon'Feb 08, 2017 11:01 pm - I'm sure you have received numerous complaints regarding Kathleen Parker's "politically incorrect" column on the Feb. 5 Opinion page. Please tell those who complain that...
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Get ready for big Earth Day eventFeb 06, 2017 4:00 am - Signal Hill Chapter of NSDAR, Countryside Elementary School Green Club, Cuba Township Food Pantry and Chicago Logistic Services have joined together for a wonderful Eart...
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Put up or shut up time for GOPFeb 06, 2017 12:00 am - The biggest roadblock that the president will face as he attempts to keep his campaign promises will not be Democrats - it will be the reactionaries in the Republican Co...
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Protect kids, end Rt. 53 extensionFeb 05, 2017 12:00 am - Thank you to Gov. Rauner for signing a bill that reduces children's exposure to lead. Now all schools and daycare centers in Illinois are required to test drinking water...
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No matter who tells it, a lie is still a lieFeb 04, 2017 12:00 am - The dumbing down of America is not about a high school or college education. It's about ideology taking the place of common sense and rational thinking. The choice of b...
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Trump likes headlines, not hard workFeb 02, 2017 12:00 am - Since taking office, Donald Trump has already proven he cares more about headlines than actual sound policy. Experts are still scratching their heads over his order on ...
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Editorial: Let Lake County voters decide how chairman is selectedFeb 01, 2017 10:00 pm - If Donald Trump's election as president told us anything, it's that voters have a lot of ideas and concerns about the size and role of government, and they want to have ...
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McHenry GOP happy with status quoJan 30, 2017 12:00 am - In light of all of the campaign rhetoric from the Republican establishment wing of the McHenry County Board, it was shocking and disappointing to see them sit on their h...
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Speak out against Pruitt as EPA chiefJan 30, 2017 12:00 am - Do you value clean air and clean water? Then please speak out against EPA nominee Scott Pruitt. On Jan. 26, Pruitt submitted written answers to the Senate committee con...