Hope in democracy rests with citizens, not politicians
In a tirade about Washington’s partisan rifts, Lee Hamilton urges Americans to act as discriminating, fair participants in democracy. He cites citizen involvement transforming issues into concrete projects and emphasizes deal making, compromise, and education of leaders as essential to a stronger, fairer country. Hamilton notes his 34 years in the U.S. House and tenure at Indiana University.
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Iemule
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White House
Capitol Hill
Washington
Congress
Budget stalemate threatens Illinois soil and water districts
A Sauk Valley Media summary notes that Illinois budget delays have left 97 soil and water conservation districts unfunded since July 1. Whiteside County faces possible district closure this fall without state funds, impacting Lee Ogle Carroll and Bureau counties. Districts rely on state support for protecting soil water resources, wetlands, and habitat education.
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Whiteside
Lee, Ogle
Carroll
Bureau
Whiteside County
Mount Carmel Letters Policy and Submission Rules
The Mount Carmel Register invites reader letters on local topics with editing for length and taste. Authors must sign letters with name and provide address and phone number. only one letter per writer every four weeks. Card of Thanks appears in classifieds. political letters around elections are restricted. candidate communications are political advertising.
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Governor Rauner contact details and lawmakers list
Governor Bruce Rauner Office of the Governor Springfield contact numbers listed for state issues. Springfield addresses and phone numbers provided. Contact your lawmakers in Springfield and Washington with listed telephone numbers and official websites.
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State House
Springfield
Illinois
U.S
Dick Durbin
Dirksen Senate
Washington, DC
South 8Th St
Hart Senate
Washington DC
Kirk
Senate.gov
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Marcus Smith
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East 4Th St. Mt. Carmel
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Skhpiglet
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Wabash County
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Ilinois
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Mattoon
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