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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 2012
Page
4
The editorial notes road construction on I 57 and Illinois 13 supports the region’s economy, creating jobs and growth. It urges patience and safety in work zones, cites 2010 crash data, and recommends six second following distances and heightened alertness to protect workers and travelers. It closes by inviting reader feedback.
The policy outlines word limits, signing, and verification for letters to the editor. It requires current topic relevance, signature with optional phone for verification, and states the paper may edit letters. It lists submission methods, publication exclusions, and contact details for Carbondale, Murphysboro, De Soto, and Williamson County readers.
U S Senator Mark Kirk lists office phone numbers 312 886 350 202 224 285 217 492 5089 and web site kirk senate gov Also U S Representative John Shimkus lists 618 252 8271 202 225 5271 and web site house gov shimkus This compiles the contact points for two Illinois lawmakers.
Leonard Pitts Jr. argues against rushing to judgment on the Trayvon Martin killing while noting how media and pundits sometimes misuse the issue of race. He cites Holder Hannity and other figures to illustrate a pattern where race is questioned differently by different groups, urging balanced consideration and accountability.
To the Editor Curtis Miller Tamme urges action on ghost voters and clean voter rolls. He notes State Board of Elections activity and alleges officials and a large organized group in Alexander County evade purging. He credits Kurt Erickson and local reporting for driving change and hopes for reforms.
Readers of The Southern Illinoisan can vote online or by mail through April 12 for the Golden Pen Award. Finalists include Kathy Geis Fox, Jim Barnett, and James Wilson. winner earns an inscribed gold colored pen and a column by the editor.
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