Balance of Power questions Illinois university board appointments
The Balance of Power series examines the SIU Board of Trustees and Governor Quinn's appointments amid concerns over political contributions and appearance of favoritism. Analysts compare Illinois practice to Minnesota’s advisory model and call for bipartisan reform to improve transparency and reduce conflicts of interest.
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Readers invited to share views on editorials online and by email
Readers are urged to submit thoughts on editorials at www.thesouthern.com/opinions or email gary.metro thesouthern.com with name address and phone. The notice invites public input and outlines submission details for possible publication.
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Voice of the Reader questions gasoline pricing claims
A reader questions political claims on oil costs, arguing refinery profits and exports keep U.S. gasoline expensive. They cite international pump prices in Oslo Rome and Copenhagen and note U.S. refineries export about 600,000 barrels daily, up threefold from a year ago.
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Town Center Park artist dispute spurs payment demand
A reader urges Murphysboro officials to settle with metal artist John Medwedeff after a contract termination. The letter praises his work, calls for a peaceful resolution, and asks the city to honor money owed and attract visitors to enjoy his artistry.
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Obama backs gay marriage as NC votes to ban it
Miami Herald columnist Leonard Pitts Jr reflects on President Obama's shift to support same sex marriage following North Carolina's constitutional ban. He argues progress persists despite GOP attempts to reverse gains, urging readers to recognize the era's direction toward equality and history's judgment.
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