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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 2007
Page
4
The policy explains letters to Voice of the Reader are limited to 250 words, must be signed with a hometown, and submitted by typewritten or email. It lists submission methods, editors, and phone numbers for news reporting and contact details for U.S. and state officials.
Isom, 36, of Anna, inspired by state politics, won the Golden Pen Award for best letter to the editor in November after 78 votes were cast. He received 65, with 35 online and 30 by mail, for a letter critiquing Illinois fiscal policy and a proposed capital spending plan. He lives with wife Sharon, works as a maintenance worker, and enjoys riding his Harley.
A reader asks Milton R Lees and Mike Carrigan to persuade his wife to approve buying a Cadillac. He contrasts bipartisan support for Illinois Works with domestic funding concerns. He references The Southern Illinoisan and expresses desire to buy now without worrying about payment.
The writer notes a shared interest in motorcycles and praises Isom's stepson John Perkins, Sharon's son, currently serving as a United States Marine. The column emphasizes promise keeping among Harley riders and hints at future encounters.
The columnist argues that Mitt Romney, praised for a religion speech and proven achievements, stands out among presidential contenders. Romney’s governance in Massachusetts, Bain Capital turnaround, and 2002 Olympics rescue are cited as evidence of substance over slickness. The piece highlights his civic religious view and calls him the strongest candidate amid criticisms of the field.
In a forceful letter John Benner of West Frankfort denounces critics who oppose the war and defend detainee rights. He argues the nation must hunt down enemies, support a tough stance, and oppose Miranda warnings and watered down responses.
The speaker questions whether terms like warrantless wiretapping align with constitutional protections. He cites the Fourth Amendment’s protection against unreasonable searches and seizures and warrants issued only upon probable cause. The message presents a critical stance attributed to Stephen Nickels Simpson.
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