Republican factions mirror Democratic splits warn columnist
Raymond Patrick argues Republicans resemble late 1960s Democrats with inflaming factions pushing personal agendas. He cites Christian Right fiscal conservatives NRA dissent and 2000 election hopes, warns such splits threaten GOP power and unity, urging ideological compromise for future freedom. He writes from Matteson for Common Conservative.
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Regional caucus forms among south suburban legislators
Quotes show state senators Deb Halvorson and William Mahar weighing a monthly meeting to tackle regional issues. Others react to a high profile case and a lottery windfall, including Julianna Lauer on a 1996 crash victim’s attacker’s prison release, and Marissa Clarte recalling a $27 million family windfall.
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William Mahar
Borland Park
Julianna Lauer
Crete Township
Richard Devon
Illinois Department of Corrections
Nic Howell
Devon
Fred Kautz
Rockettes
Palis Heights
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Tinley Park
Impeachment Debate Fueled by Clinton Administration Tactics
A protest piece accuses President Clinton, Hillary Clinton, and allies of coverups and fear mongering as impeachment moves unfold. It cites Lewinsky revelations, DNA evidence, and alleged political warfare by James Carville, Vernon Jordan, and Stephanopoulos, asserting shifts in defense of the president.
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Betty Currie
Lewinsky
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James Carville
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Linda Tripp
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Carville
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Compassionate thanks to the Editor from Rich Township chapter
Sharon Marshall thanks Star Publications and Linda Swisher of Dimensions for years of support. The Compassio nte Friends held a candlelight memorial for children and grandchildren, noting Star photographer coverage and full page Dimensions publication. The message urges remembrance of bereaved families during holidays and offers support to those dealing with child loss.
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Karma haunts GOP after Clinton impeachment saga
Mary Paleolnaslogos, editor for Star News, argues that Republicans face lasting consequences from harsh anti Clinton tactics. She peers into past Watergate resignations and notes Clinton’s high approval while GOP polls sink. The piece compares impeachment fallout to a Christmas tale with a long delayed karmic arc for conservatives.
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