Editorials
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Editorial: The challenge of the GOP convention: prove Trump can leadJul 16, 2016 2:00 pm - In the race for president of the United States, the Republican Party faces a momentous task this week. It must demonstrate that it can govern and govern responsibly. Tha...
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The Soapbox: Bite-sized bits of wit and wisdom from Daily Herald editors on suburban topics in the newsJul 15, 2016 11:00 pm - And the nominee is ... Want a one-stop update on what could be the most interesting Republican National Convention in recent history? Our emailed convent...
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Editorial: Petty politics taint a simple effort to show solidarity, compassionJul 14, 2016 1:00 am - It was an honorable gesture made in the wake of a horrible tragedy thousands of miles away. And petty politics got in the way. Perhaps the intent isn't to make the city ...
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Editorial: Why the big range in mosquito control costs?Jul 13, 2016 11:00 pm - No doubt you've heard the joke about Illinois' state bird - the mosquito. The insects that used to simply bedevil us with their itchy bites during our summers outdoors ...
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Editorial Roundup: Excerpts from recent editorials
Jul 13, 2016 7:00 am - Excerpts from recent editorials in the United States and abroad: ____ July 13 The Dallas Morning News on President Obama's remarks at a police memorial in Dallas: Dallas...
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Editorial: There's room for hope in a week of terrible momentJul 13, 2016 1:00 am - This is a week of terrible - but perhaps also fertile - moment. Yesterday, memorials took place in Dallas and towns across the country - including Aurora and Elgin - for...
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Editorial: Lease spat emphasizes need for viable state budgetJul 11, 2016 11:00 pm - It's tough to fault Stephen Martin for his frustration with a tenant that hasn't made a rent payment this year for the space leased in his family's Brookside Shopping Ce...
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Editorial: Passion, responsibility and the job we all shareJul 09, 2016 2:00 pm - We live in a time of great passions. That also makes it a time of great responsibility. The two words are not frequently linked. Indeed, we are often tempted to give som...
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The Soapbox: Inspiration in Naperville, a 'beautiful legacy in Elgin, good neighbors in Schaumburg and more.Jul 08, 2016 11:00 pm - Thoughts and prayers: The tragedy in Dallas Thursday night demands more reflection than a brief note can provide. But in the immediate aftermath, let's all agree to...
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Editorial: Merging county offices deserves, requires carefuly studyJul 06, 2016 11:00 pm - When it comes to government offices, consolidation is always an interesting word. Depending on the circumstances, it may or may not be a good word. That mindset should a...