Lincoln Log highlights and early 19th century letters
The Lincoln Log feature recalls Abraham Lincoln's writings and remarks from January 20 1841 to January 21 1864. It notes Lincoln's postmaster appointment suggestion for Springfield and a cabinet dinner with the President and Supreme Court, as compiled by the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency and IPA with The Southern.
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Illinois politics and plumbing woes color Springfield outlook
Illinois lawmakers debate governor campaign plans amid budget fights and political squabbles. A governor’s mansion leak cost about 21000 dollars and raises questions on state priorities while fundraising for congressional races flows in. Illinois Secretary of State fleet bids stall as hybrid SUVs arrive later. Kurt Erickson reports from the Springfield Bureau.
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Credit for civil rights belongs to many guardians
Leonard Pitts argues for broad credit across figures and ordinary participants in the civil rights movement. He highlights Mother Pollard, Charles Morgan Jr., Robert Hayling, and a Birmingham child, stressing that King and Johnson were pivotal yet shared responsibilities belong to countless unnamed activists. He notes Clinton Obama rhetoric aside, the movement’s legacy rests with everyday courage that transformed America.
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Illinois transit bailout sparks senior fare dilemma
Illinois leaders backed a 500 million mass transit bailout for Chicago area systems funded by a quarter cent Cook County sales tax. The plan includes free rides for seniors, raising questions who will replace lost fare revenue as rural districts are left out and urban ridership shifts.
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Downstate anger over Chicago mass transit bailout in Illinois
Voices from Southern Illinois criticize a Chicago mass transit relief plan that offers free rides to seniors without funding for regional capital improvement. Lawmakers who opposed the bailout were praised while supporters faced questions about a looming capital bill. Governor Blagojevich pledged a spring capital plan, but locals remain skeptical and urge concrete funding for schools and roads.
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John Bradley
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Steeleville
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Rokanville
Rod Blagojevich
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