Editorials
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Editorial: OK, boomers aren't the enemyNov 19, 2019 10:00 pm - By now, we all know that making generalizations based on gender, race, national origin, religion, age or appearance is not OK, right? By now, we also know there are peop...
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Editorial: Downgrading vaping epidemic to 'dilemma' is threat to healthNov 19, 2019 10:00 pm - It's not often we get to cheer President Donald Trump for an impulsive policy declaration, but we were pleased in September to praise what we called his "strong, urgent ...
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Editorial: Marijuana in the workplaceNov 17, 2019 10:00 pm - To say the last decade has been one of immense change and upheaval for business would be an understatement. The internet and social and electronic medias have shrunk the...
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Editorial: A message of belief; a message of love and hopeNov 16, 2019 1:00 pm - This editorial is adapted from one first published on Dec. 5, 2015. There is, as plenty of evidence confirms, a darker side of human nature afflicted by hatred, anger an...
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Editorial: Failing to give change at toll plazas is just wrongNov 15, 2019 12:00 am - Remember the days before I-PASS when upon encountering a tollway offramp you'd frantically dig around your car for enough change to satisfy the hungry white perforated t...
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Editorial: Don't let opportunity pass for progress on pensionsNov 12, 2019 10:00 pm - On the final day of the 101st Illinois General Assembly's fall veto session, lawmakers have a lot to accomplish. We addressed on Wednesday the importance of tackling eth...
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Editorial: Lawmakers have duty to demonstrate true commitment on ethicsNov 11, 2019 10:00 pm - The Illinois General Assembly faces a daunting list of important topics that demand attention in just two remaining days of the fall veto session. Vaping regulations, pe...
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Editorial: Lake Park officials need detailed policy for vetting volunteersNov 10, 2019 10:00 pm - News that Lake Park High School head football coach Chris Roll had been removed from his position upset some parents and students, who were quick to point out how much R...
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A Veterans Day editorial: Peace would be the highest honorNov 09, 2019 1:00 pm - This editorial is revised from one that first appeared on Nov. 10, 2013. On Monday, we as a nation pay special tribute to our military veterans. It reinforces the respec...
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Editorial: Adapting to changes helps community college retain their valueNov 06, 2019 10:00 pm - Experts cite various reasons for a continuing decline in community college enrollment: • In a booming economy, it's easier for young people to find opportunities elsewhe...