Local Politics
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She's going with Progress candidatesMar 15, 2009 11:00 pm - This past weekend, I was so impressed when I got a knock at my door from Bill Cannon of the Hanover Park Progress slate. It is clear that this group of leaders cares abo...
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Wauconda mayoral candidates discuss open governmentMar 15, 2009 11:00 pm - With Illinois' unfortunate history of corruption, the need for more open government has become a clarion call for political watchdogs. The Internet and other technologic...
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Speer just the ticket to lead StreamwoodMar 15, 2009 11:00 pm - It was so exciting to read about local businessman Jason Speer, candidate for Streamwood Village President, testifying before Congress on behalf of those of us concerned...
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They support Craig and Progress ticketMar 15, 2009 11:00 pm - My name is Shirline Franz and I am the wife of the Rev. Dr. Franz of Hanover Park. Rev. Franz is a veteran and a resident of Hanover Park since 1985. I am a resident of ...
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Clear which party will get things doneMar 15, 2009 11:00 pm - If the CommUnity Party are elected to office in Hanover Park, I might consider moving out of town. I have never seen a local political campaign that is so negative and p...
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Bormann would be worthy successorMar 15, 2009 11:00 pm - In just a few weeks, on April 7, Bartlett will be electing a new mayor. I wanted to take this opportunity to thank Cathy Melchert for her 16 years of service. She has se...
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Schueppert the cool head village needsMar 15, 2009 11:00 pm - I am honored to endorse George Schueppert for the position of village president of Barrington Hills. He has worked tirelessly in the interest of our entire village since...
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Do they think we're made of money?Mar 15, 2009 11:00 pm - Elected officials and upper management of the Village of Wheeling seem to have forgotten that the country is in a recession. The village recently moved services to the n...
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ECC candidates square off on fiscal responsibilityMar 15, 2009 11:00 pm - Three of the four candidates running for two Elgin Community College trustee seats all say fiscal responsibility is a vital campaign issue. But ask them just how the col...
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Kelly already proven to be good leaderMar 15, 2009 11:00 pm - During the spring of 1994, my family and I hopped in the car each weekend and left Chicago in search of a new home in the Northwest suburbs. Finally, on a cold, rainy da...