Articles filed under State Legislature
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Weigh 'facts' in campaign mailersOct 30, 2008 11:00 pm - I have known Dan Duffy for the last 12 years. He has never said anything about wanting to put women behind bars or making abortion illegal. In fact, he has been steadfas...
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Wintermute provides best leadershipOct 30, 2008 11:00 pm - When we watch television or listen to the radio, we hear chants of 'change' when it comes to the presidential race. More often than not, voters concern themselves with f...
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Whatever happened to the teacher in question?Oct 30, 2008 11:00 pm - I recently received Paul Froehlich's mailing concerning posting DCFS violations of day care facilities on their doors and on the Internet. I say, why only day care cente...
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Why aren't false attacks on Walker getting more press?Oct 30, 2008 11:00 pm - A recent Daily Herald editorial lambasted the Democratic Party mailings on behalf of state representative candidate Mark Walker, accusing Mr. Walker of trashing his oppo...
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Crespo has strong anti-tax recordOct 30, 2008 11:00 pm - Rep. (Fred) Crespo doesn't just talk the talk, he walks the walk. In our harsh economic time, I'm so thankful that not only did Rep. Crespo successfully lead the fight a...
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Gentes' admission took courageOct 30, 2008 11:00 pm - I am so impressed with Bill Gentes, the candidate for state Senate. His willingness to humble himself and set the record straight took guts and courage. Many of us who a...
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They cross aisle to support Forte-ScottOct 30, 2008 11:00 pm - It is quite rare for two Democrats to endorse a Republican for elected office. We do, however, without reservation, endorse Anita Forte-Scott for Illinois State Represen...
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42nd District candidates argue over adsOct 29, 2008 11:00 pm - State Sen. Linda Holmes and Republican rival Terri Ann Wintermute are defending themselves against what they say are untrue negative campaign ads in their race for the 4...
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Farnham right for 43rd DistrictOct 29, 2008 11:00 pm - As a state legislator, I know the hard work that is necessary to bring different groups together to make positive changes for a community. I believe the people of the 43...
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Shattuck has fresh ideasOct 29, 2008 11:00 pm - I have known Rachel Shattuck for almost 10 years and watched her grow from a smart, shy girl to a strong, powerful woman. I consider myself a Republican, but can say I s...