Articles filed under Politics
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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...
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State lawmakers seek to cap insulin pricesSep 17, 2019 1:00 am - SPRINGFIELD - Ten years ago, Megan Blair was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. "I remember standing at the pharmacy counter with my mom," she said. "When the pharmacist ra...
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The link between Midwest flooding and Atlantic hurricanesSep 17, 2019 1:00 am - Just last week, thunderstorms caused flash flooding across the Northwest suburbs. Ranging from 4 inches of rain in Elgin to 2.6 inches in Waukegan, this heavy-rain event...
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Kavanaugh allegations agitate White House, Capitol. Supreme Court is quiet.Sep 17, 2019 1:00 am - WASHINGTON - Sometimes, Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor said recently, people ask how she has dealt with the arrival of her newest colleague, Brett Kavanaugh, and ...
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Trump won - againSep 17, 2019 1:00 am - Watching the Democratic presidential debate Thursday night left one clear impression: Donald Trump won. Please don't shoot the messenger. My left index finger recoiled ...