River floods spur regional prep and National Guard aid
In Southern Illinois residents evacuate Shawneetown and Cairo as Ohio and Mississippi floods rise, while other towns move valuables to higher ground and stock emergency kits. Gov. Quinn activates up to 125 Illinois National Guard troops to support flood response in Marion and nearby counties amid uncertain levee integrity.
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A compact roster provides phone and office web links for U S Senator Mark Kirk, Senator Dick Durbin, Representatives Jerry Costello and John Shimkus, and State Representatives Mike Bost and Dan Reitz with both DC and district lines.
Obama foreign policy a moral muddle critique
MONA CHAREN argues that Barack Obamas first year in office failed to realign U S policy with stated ideals. She contends attempts to reset relations with Iran Syria and the Muslim world backfired provoking street protests and enduring tensions. She cites Libya as a rare decisive action while accusing the administration of moral reluctance and inconsistent leadership. MONACHAREN writes for Creators Syndicate.
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End Carbondale liquor store monopoly now
Letter urges Carbondale City Council to end the liquor store monopoly and permit sales in grocery stores and convenience outlets. Calls for business friendly, barrier free access with no needless costs and partitions. Warns inaction signals deeper local problems.
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