Coals and veto clash in Illinois political debate
In Benton during late October 2010 governor Pat Quinn touted a new Hamilton County coal mine while vetoing legislation for two coal gasification plants including Jefferson County. He argued the veto protects consumers from higher utility bills, though critics warn the move harms a key regional industry and jobs.
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Officials contact lines for Illinois lawmakers
U S Senator Mark Kirk and U S Representative John Shimkus list essential phone numbers and websites. State Senator David Luechtefeld provides two office numbers. Listing includes district and alternative contact details for constituents.
Battle over Wisconsin unions stirs national debate
Mona Charen argues Walker’s win strengthens Republican budget cuts while unions and Democrats claim energized labor, citing polls from Rasmussen and CBS/New York Times. The piece contrasts public versus private sector bargaining, notes taxpayer costs, and cites statements by Roosevelt, Meany, Corzine, Brown, and Lux with focus on fiscal crises in states like New York, California, and Illinois.
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Fence Rider Obama shown on union issues debate
Reader letter blasts Obama for not addressing Honeywell union job concerns in Metropolis. It blames Cote and GE ties for job loss, accuses White House figures of conflict of interest, and criticizes media appearances during strikes.
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