Reader Letters Policy Response and Contact Guidelines
The Southern Illinoisan explains letters to Voice of the Reader are capped at 250 words and must be typewritten or emailed. Letters require signature and a verifiable telephone number, though numbers are not published. names and hometowns are. The paper may edit letters and rejects poetry, en thasse submissions, or personal attacks. Send to Voice of the Reader Box 2108 Carbondale IL 62902 or via fax or email.
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Local leaders list contact info for elected officials
The article lists contact numbers and web addresses for U S senators Barack Obama and Dick Durbin, U S representatives John Shimkus Jerry Costello Brandon Phelps Mike Bost and John Bradley, plus state senators Gary Forby and David Luechtefeld, and state representatives. It provides district and office phone lines for readers in Carbondale Murphysboro De Soto and Williamson County areas.
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Climate concerns and calls to act on global warming
A reader endorses Al Gore and urges action on climate change. The letter cites toxic waste from underground coal fires in China and India, deforestation by multinationals, desertification, and rising heat. It argues for immediate corporate, governmental, and public involvement at the Bali UN Climate Conference and beyond.
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Deer hazard drives caution in autumn driving
Slow down this deer breeding season as experts warn that blinking lights honking and eyeing deer may confuse the wildlife and not prevent collisions. The real danger is deer appearing in your peripheral vision at high speeds where swerving could be deadly. at 50 mph survival favors the driver but 60 mph reduces odds and 70 mph raises lethal risk.
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Tara Faso
Chris Mohrman
Tabloid politics and media scrutiny across the nation
Kathleen Parker of the Washington Post critiques the 2008 campaign media frenzy over sex life scandals, the Edwards love baby claim, Huckabee’s floating cross, and the public appetite for tabloid detail. She argues voters shouldn’t be distracted from evaluating candidates’ leadership amid sensational coverage.
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Maytag workers and community rally for new hopes after plant closure
After the Maytag plant closure affecting about 1200 employees, former workers draw strength from new skills and starting businesses. Some have reopened schools, with entrepreneurs hiring former coworkers who become loyal customers. Voter, Target, USPS, and local groups support ongoing community efforts and charity events in the region.
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