Articles filed under Opinion
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Hegseth not right for defense secretaryJan 20, 2025 4:08 pm - Donald Trump has the right to nominate a secretary of defense as he chooses. He must trust that nominee to further his presidential agenda. The secretary of defense will ...
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Determination, hard work still needed to address social justice challengesJan 20, 2025 4:00 am - Guest columnist Toni Preckwinkle: MLK left a legacy of tireless organizing for civil rights, and we need persistence and unity to tackle ongoing challenges.
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The flag and Donald TrumpJan 19, 2025 10:19 am - "When I stand here today, about to take the Oath of Office, the flags at half-staff remind me of the long line of presidents. In particular, I am reminded of President Ji...
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Votes on 3 long-neglected state issues can help Illinois businessesJan 19, 2025 5:26 am - On April 1, nine suburban townships will ask their community of voters about three pressing issues affecting Illinois and its business environment. Advisory questions in...
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Today’s editorial cartoonJan 19, 2025 4:00 am -
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The only path leading all the way out of our inflation quagmireJan 19, 2025 4:00 am - Syndicated columnist Veronique de Rugy: The Fed's premature victory over inflation ignores fiscal policy's role. Unsustainable spending and debt helped fuel inflation, so fiscal discipline is key to controlling it long-term.
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Cooperative caucus can help in climate fightJan 19, 2025 4:00 am - The Daily Herald recently published an article announcing the selection of Highland Park Rep. Brad Schneider as the leader of the New Democratic Coalition. This coalition...
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For Trump, mission accomplished even before second term beginsJan 19, 2025 4:00 am - Syndicated columnist Keith Raffel:
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Ready for driver’s testJan 19, 2025 4:00 am - I am so very tired of my fellow elders complaining about having to take a simple driver’s test in their old age. The usual explanation is that the test is a hardship. But...
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Daily Herald opinion: The test of time: A day of contrasts and the process that helps us navigate themJan 18, 2025 2:30 pm - Daily Herald opinion: As MLK Day 2025 coincides with Trump's inauguration, it is a good time for Americans to remember the importance of staying engaged in democracy to achieve policies that withstand the test of time.