Cairo Versus Farmland Debate Sparks Controversy
Missouri House member Stephen Tilley drew sharp criticism for crass remarks supporting U S Army Corps plans to breach Birds Point levee to drain floodwaters, while Illinois lawmakers urged people and homes first, and southern Illinois rallies and aid efforts emerged as communities faced storms and floods.
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James family thanks readers for Rev. Robert James tribute
The James family expresses gratitude to The Southern Illinoisan and readers for prayers, flowers, cards, gifts, calls, meals, and attendance at the homegoing of Rev. Robert James Sr. They credit overwhelming support and deep appreciation for the community's generosity.
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EPA left Costello not Costello leaving EPA
In a reply to Barbara McKasson’s letter Costello out of touch on March 30 U S Rep Jerry Costello did not leave the EPA They imply the agency left him They criticize dust and water rules as lacking common sense arguing funding should be withheld They claim Costello did not side with polluters and accuse EPA of abandoning workable rules
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Costello
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EPA
Debated fiscal reforms and campus union critique voiced
A letter argues tax reform to tax corporations fairly and curb debt, proposes term limits and pay rules for Congress, and criticizes a SIUC Faculty Union dispute. It cites a 30 professor letter opposing Chancellor Cheng and contrasts with larger faculty protest turnout.
Bushes Democratic Legacy in Middle East Debate
The piece reflects on whether George Bush left a legacy through promoting democracy in the Middle East after costly wars. It notes Iraq lacked WMDs but had a dictatorship and questions if democracy will endure, while acknowledging personal disapproval of the wars. It sees a regional appeal amid unrest and transformation.
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Middle East
Iraq
Afghanistan
George
Readers urged to send letters on current issues
Policy states letters up to 250 words must be signed with hometown and telephone verification. Letters are edited. no news reporting. Contact numbers provided for submissions vary by area. editor contacts include Gary Metro and Mark Fitton with emails and extensions.
Officials contact lines for Illinois lawmakers listed
A readable note provides phone numbers and websites for U S Senator Mark Kirk U S Senator Dick Durbin U S Representative John Shimkus and State Representative Dan Reitz. It includes district and Washington reach details and a spoof link.
Armaments and Wars Quote Reflections
Writer John Gunther, famed for Inside Russia and related works, claimed no armaments would end wars. The assertion haunted the author, suggesting a world guided by strict moral codes like the Ten Commandments if weapons manufacturing ceased.
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John Gunther
Russia
Gunther
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