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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 22, 2004
Page
4
The Southern Illinoisan invites typed or emailed letters under 250 words on current issues. All letters must be signed with the author's name and hometown and a verifiable telephone number, which is not published. The paper reserves the right to edit, and will not publish poetry or mass submissions or libelous or personal attacks.
Meta Minton explains how recent events and a Doonesbury cartoon prompted apologies and newsroom policy questions. She notes readers’ divisions over Beheading language and whether to publish gay union announcements, asking for feedback while recounting editors’ nationwide discussions.
CHAREN'S CORNER notes Abu Ghraib exposed military depravity but also revealed character. It credits Donald Rumsfeld for accountability and resilience, while criticizing Kennedy and Kerry for harsh rhetoric. Berg’s beheading is cited as enemy provocation, underscoring support for strong leadership.
GUEST COLUMNIST Bernie McKinley former Waterloo mayor spoke at a John A. Logan College breakfast drawing 250 plus leaders from across Southern Illinois. He praised regional resources and leadership, urging ongoing quarterly meetings under The Southern Illinoisan and Southern Business Journal to shape area growth. Bob Ellis West Frankfort mayor urged readers to join next event.
The majority of respondents oppose expanding Illinois gambling with 62 percent against. Residents cite financial risk and potential impact on savings, college funds, and mortgages, while some call for stricter regulation and caution about accessibility.
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