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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 2004
Page
4
Springfield budget conflict looms as Gov Blagojevich and the Legislature prepare for the annual fight. Republicans and Democrats align against the governor, urging tough choices to balance the budget without new taxes and to improve government efficiency through best practices.
Voice of the South urges government to strengthen funding for K 12 education health care and public safety while balancing the tax code and questions the governor s plan to dismantle the State Board of Education. As budget rhetoric heats up taxpayers are urged to demand accountability and monitor tax dollars amid uncertain revenue and rising needs.
The Southern Illinoisan publishes letters to the Voice of the Reader with a 250 word limit. Letters must be signed and include a telephone number for verification. We do not publish numbers but reveal name and hometown. Edits are at the paper's discretion and libelous or personal attacks are not printed.
A wave of support from Fayette County residents and local officials aims to stop Vandalia Correctional Center’s planned closure. They warn unemployment would rise and state services harm Southern Illinois, urging revenue increases rather than deeper cuts and borrowing. The letter also criticizes the governor’s stance on income tax reform as unfair and calls for a clearer tax plan.
A vivid first person piece profiles a lawn care zealot brigade that treats mowing as battle, detailing gear from a 60 horse John Deere to a 30 cc chainsaw and the ritual of weekend executions. It contrasts hard core tool devotion with family roles and repair culture anchored by a seasoned old man mechanic.
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