Articles filed under Politics
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Protesters blow whistle on Biden over immigrationSep 22, 2019 1:00 am - Immigration baffles both political parties. Republicans have made such a mess out of their handling of the issue that we often forget that the topic is just as messy for...
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Illinoisans will see increases in pollution, allergensSep 22, 2019 1:00 am - The climate in Illinois is warming. Over the last century our average temperature has risen about 1 degree Fahrenheit and is predicted to rise much more rapidly over the...
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A day to remember, protect the importance of votingSep 20, 2019 1:00 am - On the fourth Tuesday in September, we observe National Voter Registration Day, a civic holiday held to celebrate democracy and the rights and opportunities we share as ...
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The heresy of hearsaySep 20, 2019 1:00 am - The recent fiasco at The New York Times, which last weekend published the latest uncorroborated sexual-assault accusation against Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, ...
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Why an invisible gas needs a visible priceSep 19, 2019 1:00 am - After years of obscurity, the term "pricing carbon" is now almost synonymous with "climate change solution." Presidential candidates are talking about it, 16 states have...
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Lawmakers already see need to tweak marijuana lawSep 19, 2019 1:00 am - SPRINGFIELD - Some of the lead negotiators of the law to legalize recreational marijuana for adults in Illinois are seeking to provide clarity on a provision that gives ...
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Racist exam questions?Sep 18, 2019 1:00 am - See the text of Williams' column from today's Daily Herald here: ...
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Former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley bringing new book to NapervilleSep 18, 2019 1:00 am - Former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley will come to Naperville this fall to discuss her new book, "With All Due Respect," in an appearance sponsored by Anderson's ...
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In whiplash moment, Democrats are now backing away from Kavanaugh allegationsSep 18, 2019 1:00 am - WASHINGTON - In a head-spinning few days, Republicans have moved into a full offensive posture over the latest allegations against Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh,...
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Why identity politics is dangerousSep 18, 2019 1:00 am - The best thing the Democratic Party has going for it right now is President Donald Trump. Were he not running for re-election, I might vote for a Republican. It would be...