Lugar warns against hyper partisanship in GOP turmoil
Leonard Pitts Jr. reviews the fallout after Richard Lugar's Senate defeat and argues that hyper partisanship, not both ends, fuels dysfunction. He cites critics, authors Mann and Ornstein, and notes GOP figures urging compromise while leadership cliques resist. Lugar's opponent asserts bipartisan goals favor the Republican view.
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Memorial garden planned in Hurst for Michael Pulliam
Children at The Hill in Hurst City Park plan a memorial garden for toddler Michael Pulliam who died from injuries allegedly caused by his mother's boyfriend. City leaders approved the project Monday as kids raise funds and schedule a dedication after completion. The initiative honors a friend of many park-goers and offers a hopeful response to a tragic event.
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The paper outlines letters to the editor rules: up to 250 words, must be signed with hometown, telephone for verification, and can be edited. It bans news reporting and libelous or personal attacks. Contact details for Carbondale Murphysboro De Soto Williamson County and print poetry, letters submissions, and editor contacts Gary Metro Mark Fitton are provided.
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U S Senate sources provide contact digits for Senator Mark Kirk and Senator Dick Durbin along with Representative John Shimkus. Phone lines listed include district and DC numbers and official websites noted for each legislator. The snippet compiles public office contact channels for constituent inquiries and legislative outreach.
Illinois science group backs Quinn pension reform plan
The Illinois Science and Technology Coalition urges rapid pension reform, endorsing Gov. Quinn and legislative action. It argues the plan could save taxpayers 65 to 85 billion dollars, fund essential state investments, and keep earned benefits for public employees. Abig thumbs up to a Chicago woman who drove off an intruder with a firearm, celebrated for her courage.
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