Letters Policy and contact details from The Southern Illinoisan
A listing of letters policy for the Voice of the Reader, detailing word limits, signatory and telephone verification, editorial rights, and prohibitions on libelous or mass submissions, followed by contact information for editors, news desks, and U S congressional and state officials.
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Rizader
Voice
Southern Illinoisan
P.O
Carbondale
Thesouthern.com
Lincoln Log daily look to Lincoln's days before birthday
The LINCOLN Log presents a daily snapshot of writings statements and actions of President Abraham Lincoln in the run up to his 200th birthday on February 12 2009, highlighting moments from Lincoln’s life and legacy.
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Ia Daily
Abraham Lincoln
Hatfield falls short as Miss America hopeful in Las Vegas
Ashley Hatfield of Anna misses Miss America crown and final 16 from 52 entrants in a Hollywood style Las Vegas pageant. Southern Illinois pride remains as she holds Miss Illinois title and continues pageant journey with praise from director Judy Sims and family.
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Anna
Linois
Las Vegas
Hatfield
Judy Sims
Marion
Sims
Bill
Belinda Hatfield
Bill Hatfield
Southern Illnoisan
Williamson County School Facility Tax Referendum Support
Letter writer urges Williamson County voters to approve a 1 percent School Facility Occupation Tax referendum on February 5. He argues past funding went to a general fund and stresses added taxes are needed to keep schools competitive while blaming Springfield and local politicians for inaction. Signed by Dennis Carter, retired Johnston City CUSD 1 superintendent.
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Williamson County
Springfield
Dennis Carter
Pittsburg
Williamson County Referenda Fund School Construction
A speaker urges Williamson County voters to approve the School Facility Occupation Tax Referenda on February 5. The plan would bring about 100 million dollars in construction jobs, allow immediate start of projects, lower real estate taxes in some districts, and benefit students and schools amid state budget delays.
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Williamson County
Williamson County sales tax hike eyed for education funding
A proposal would raise the Williamson County sales tax to 8.25 8.5 percent to fund schools. Critics warn higher taxes hurt businesses and sacrifice state funding for education. The plan argues tax dollars are redirected from state to local needs and questions when the burden ends.
Creal Springs Sixth Graders Seek New School Upgrades
Tristan Hudgens and classmates urge support for a new Creal Springs School with lockers gym locker rooms, expanded athletic space, larger cafeteria, more bathrooms, a bigger library, a science lab and a band room. A Yes vote on February 5 would enable an April groundbreaking and the first graduating class in the new school.
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Creal Springs
Democrats split by internecine fights risk white house bid
Clarence Page argues Democratic infighting imperils the party's path to the White House and possible Congressional gains. He notes Republican frictions mirror internal purist disputes, cites Obama and Clinton debates over Reagan and King as examples, and urges swing voters and pragmatic coalitions over pure ideology to win elections.
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