Editorial policy and contact details for The Southern Illinoisan
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Debate on Flag Protection Amendment Cited by Decatur Herald
The Decatur Herald and Review argues against a proposed constitutional amendment to ban flag desecration. It cites federal code limits on flag use and warns the measure could threaten free speech. The piece questions the amendment’s clarity and political motives, urging lawmakers to oppose it.
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Anna residents plea after service shutoff dispute
Disabled resident alleges Anna city officials refused to reinstate gas and water services despite medical needs and vouchers from Shawnee Development Bethany Village options. He faces combined back bills and reconnection fees, limited SSI and Social Security income, and requests payment plans. He cites health risks from lack of utilities and appeals for city action.
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Bethany Village
Durbin criticized as wasteful on gas price policy
The letter targets Senator Durbin calling him the whiner in chief on gas prices. It questions his Senate tenure and accuses him of inaction on removing gasoline additives and the gas tax, offering no concrete solutions or new refinery plans. The writer contrasts Durbin’s rhetoric with alleged inaction affecting everyday Americans.
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Abortion in America and a visit to Dachau memories
A traveler contrasts a quiet Munich suburb with Dachau remains to condemn abortion in America. The piece links euphemistic terms, legal abortion, and societal apathy, urging action against what the author calls a national abomination and asking why Americans do not act.
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Whirlpool not solely to blame for Herrin Maytag shutdown
In response to Whirlpool’s Herrin plant closure affecting about 1,000 jobs and a 35 million payroll, this column argues state incentives for Whirlpool in Ohio and broader Illinois tax policy played a significant role. The author contends regional political choices and cost of doing business, not Whirlpool alone, shaped the decision and urges voters to assess tax and budget priorities.
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