Legislative limbo as Springtown races drift toward Sept petition day
Springtown politics brew with Rep. Jack O Connor’s possible exit and multiple GOP and Democratic contenders emerging. Rumors swirl on August 1 decision deadlines, possible interim steps, and who will contend in the 35th and 37th districts including Manny Hoffman’s list of prospects and other local figures.
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Springtown
Jack O'Connor
Rpales Heights
O'Connor
Lee) Daniels
Ed Zabrocki
Rainley Park
Balthis
Mike Cys
Daniels
General Assembly
Bytes
Cook County
GOP
Manny Hoffman
Homewood
John Doody
Larry Kinsella
Prairie State
Mark Fazzini
Dean Casper
Orland
Jim Dodge
Rich Nogal
Doody
Zabrocki
Hoffman
Bob Ryan
Michael
Frank” Giglio
Lansing
Thornton Township
Jim Giglio
South Holland
Dave DeYoung
Thornton Repubs
Joe Camalick
Aldo DeAngelis outlines education and tax reform aims
State Senator Aldo DeAngelis details Senate Bill 541 including replacing the funding formula with an equalized plan, a property tax cut of 82 cents per $100, and a 1 percent income tax rise. He advocates charter schools and vouchers, cites Chicago airport as key, and notes Democrats fear a November House loss amid Madigan memories.
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Aldo DeAngelis
Olympia Fields
DeAngelis
Chicago
Springtown
House
Michael) Madigan
Midsummer NightBytes: Chicago Heights Political Gossip
Chicago Heights Bytes notes a surprise 39th birthday for Chief Karla Osantowski by police, a Sept 22 judicial race, Illinois figures in national politics, and updates on local candidates. It highlights Ann Weinlund’s physics masters, David Wilhelm’s veto stance, and GOP activity with fundraisers and meetings in the region.
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Chicago Heights
Vert Bohlen
Karla Osantowski
Karla
Illinois
Loleta Didrickson
Loleta
Bordeaux
France
Christie Hefner
Bill Marovitz
Aldo
Manny
Yup
George Ryan
Judy Hoffman
Carol Moseley-Braun
Ann Weinlund
Northern
Ilinois University
Ann
Larry Weinlund
Lenox
Bytes
State House
Democratic Senate
David Wilhelm
Wilhelm
GOP
John Phelan
Jim DeLisa
House Demos
William
Bill
Poppy Pledge Defends VFW Buddy Poppy Program
James R. Rowoldt of the VFW writes that Buddy Poppies have funded veteran relief since 1922. He notes the program uses 100 percent of local proceeds for veterans, widows, and children, with only about 10 cents per flower for costs. Editor remarks on the VFW declining NICB evaluation.
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The
Star
Veterans of Foreign Wars of
United States
VFW
Veteran Administration
James R. Rowoldt
Post Services
Buddy Poppy Veterans of Foreign Wars of the
Kansas City
National Charities Information Bureau
Dan Langan
Fears over incinerator near Chicago Heights raise alarm
A Chicago Heights resident voices concern about a new wood burning facility on the east side of town. She questions EPA approval and warns that toxic emissions could harm nearby neighborhoods including the East Side and a 20 mile radius. She urges readers to contact congressmen and local officials.
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Chicago Heights
EPA
Environmental Protection Agency
Northbrook
Bolingbrook
Indigent Illinois Fights for Basic Dental Care
A speaker denounces Springfield lawmakers for cutting state health benefits, arguing that lack of fillings dentures extractions leads to pain, illness, unemployment, and death among the poor. The tirade condemns denial of essential dental services and laments policy failures.
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Illinois
Springfield
Tam
Shaved heads fuel rumors about skinhead subculture
Kevin Revson of Flossmoor argues against stereotyping shaved heads as neo Nazi skinheads. He notes SHARP stands for skin heads against racial prejudice and cites films and public figures showing shaved heads in fashion and entertainment. He urges readers to avoid assumptions.
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SHARP
Bakers Square
Springer, Jones
Ricki Lake
Judge Dredd
Johnny
Major Payne
Waterworld
Joan
Twin Peaks
Chen
Kevin Revson
Flossmoor
Politician pay cuts urged to aid the poor health pledge
Donald M. Rubins of Park Forest questions if the 22.3 million budget can cover wrecked lives under policy. He asks legislators to cancel benefits for governors and lawmakers and return funds to the poor seeking equal health care opportunities.
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Legis
Donald M. Rubins Park Forest
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Miller Auto Dealers
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