Editorial board and letters policy at The Southern Illinoisan
The Southern Illinoisan outlines letters to the editor policy, including word limit, signing requirements, and verification details. It lists contact methods for submissions from Carbondale and surrounding areas, plus subscriber services and advertising contacts. The paper notes ownership by Lee Enterprises and provides mailing and circulation information.
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Coulter’s offbeat takes spark strong reactions
James Bennett surveys Ann Coulter’s controversial stance in The Southern and her high profile TV appearances. He defends free speech amid heated debate, notes her provocative remarks, and acknowledges her influence despite critic’s views. Williamson County airport funding and Great Lakes service to Chicago feature in related local notes.
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Williamson County
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Midwest
Doug Kimmel
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Gaza and Haditha stories questioned by media bias
Monacharen argues that Western coverage of Gaza and Haditha repeats Palestinian talking points, while initial Israeli accounts change over time. She cites mismatched evidence, manipulated narratives, and calls for guarded reporting amid ongoing conflicts and civilian deaths.
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Southern Illinois Speaks on Gasoline Cost and Summer Plans
In Murphysboro Princeton and Carbondale residents share views on gas prices altering summer travel. Nearly 58 percent of poll respondents say plans changed. The piece notes helmet laws in 20 states and asks if Illinois should require helmets.
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Enlightened self interest in service and integrity
Jim Davidson recalls a Lions Club Tail Twister role and a humorous nun gas story to reflect on slowing down, living with joy, and embracing the doctrine of enlightened self interest. He outlines three core words Know Be Serve, stressing knowledge character and serving customers to drive long term success in the American free enterprise system.
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