Energy prices and oil policy in a troubled era
Gary Metro argues that U S oil consumption far outstrips production, faces volatile gas prices, and cannot be solved by export taxes or quick fixes. He urges grassroots actions to reduce demand, promotes fuel efficient travel, and calls for a broader national energy policy amid Middle East tensions.
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Letters to the Editor Policy for Southern Illinois News
Letters must be under 250 words and typed or emailed signed with a telephone for verification. Names and hometowns are published. numbers are not. The paper edits letters and does not publish report news.
U S Senator Mark Kirk and Rep Jerry Costello Contact Info
U S Senator Mark Kirk and Representative Jerry Costello provide district and DC phone numbers. Kirk: 312-886-3500, 202-224-2851, 217-492-5089. Costello: 618-529-3791, 618-937-6402, 202-225-5661. Websites listed as kirk.senate.gov and costello.house.gov.
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Santorum Debate Performance and Media Tone Analyzed
MONACHAREN argues Santorum’s social conservatism provokes press backlash and could derail a Republican bid. The column notes John King’s fair debate moderation, critiques CNN’s introductions, and warns Santorum’s rhetoric may distract from core issues like debt, government growth, and energy policy.
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Voice of the reader accuses Chicago on gun laws push
In a letter from Murphysboro, Larry E. Tincher argues Mayor Emanuel seeks Illinois handgun registration, charging a $65 fee per gun to fund legislators. He claims such laws do not reduce crime and cites historic examples, including 1928 Germany and 1968 Illinois ID card acts, invoking Franklin.
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