Letters to the Editor
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McCain critical to national securityOct 04, 2008 11:00 pm - The most important responsibility of the federal government is the defense of our nation from outside threats. Yet many members of the Democratic Party, including Barack...
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Our vulnerability to flooding continuesOct 04, 2008 11:00 pm - The recent record and near record rains point up our culture's vulnerability to extreme natural events. Relying on expensive taxpayer funded flood control projects is n...
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Two quick questions on the economyOct 04, 2008 11:00 pm - Did Sen. McCain get it right by putting the economy before the debate? Are we stupid for thinking it is the economy? Ed Smetana Arlington Heights ...
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There ought to be a couple of lawsOct 04, 2008 11:00 pm - Some months back, Congressman Peter Roskam invited constituents to submit suggestions for possible new laws. I submitted two. Whether he thought these laws were worthy ...
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Plenty more where that came fromOct 04, 2008 11:00 pm - One of the great things about this country is the freedom we have to vote. In fact, it is our duty to do so. We should become informed about the issues and the candidate...
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Why should execs get any bailout pay?Oct 04, 2008 11:00 pm - Let me get this straight: Bush and the Democrats have agreed to compromise on capping the pay of executives who participate in the $700 billion bailout plan. These are t...
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The definition of an American citizenOct 04, 2008 11:00 pm - In reply to Joseph Russell Vannier, let's see, I'm 84 years old, I served on an aircraft carrier for three years in the Pacific. My dad was a staunch Democrat so I guess...
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Local candidates important, tooOct 04, 2008 11:00 pm - As a veteran, I believe it is important that we pay attention to the candidates running for office locally as well as those running on the national level. Even though th...
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Recall who made this mess we're inOct 03, 2008 11:00 pm - Well, the conventions are over and of course what would a grand old Republican party be without a room full of elephants? In case you missed it, I'll summarize the speec...
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Time for signs, but no time for forum?Oct 03, 2008 11:00 pm - I find it interesting that Peter Roskam's campaign found time to film a commercial, design new election signs and update his Web site, yet Mr. Roskam is unable to find t...