Letters policy and contact details for Voice of the Reader
The notice outlines submission rules for Letters to the Voice of the Reader including word limit of 250, signatory requirement, and inclusion of a verifiable phone number. It also lists contact methods, editors, and a roster of elected officials with phone numbers and websites for reader engagement.
Courage in the breast cancer fight amid awareness effort
The piece notes courage as a trait in breast cancer battles and highlights declines in cancer deaths since 1993, aided by early detection. It cites public awareness improving outcomes and Breast Cancer Awareness Month as a driver of progress against a leading female cancer.
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U.S
American Cancer Society
Breast cancer stories empower Southern Illinois women
The Southern Illinoisan highlights courage and survival in October breast cancer coverage. It profiles Barbie Hosick of Benton and Shirley Waddell of Carrier Mills, noting lumpectomy and multiple treatments, urging annual mammograms and regular screenings for early detection. The piece honors all who fight the disease and emphasizes support, faith, and family.
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U.S
Southern Illinoisan
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Southern Illinois
Barbie Hosick
Benton
Hosick
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Becky Malkovich
Shirley Waddell
Carrier Mills
Waddell
Dakota
Mary Thomas Layton
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Reform bid aims to reset Louisiana politics after Katrina
Kathleen Parker argues Louisiana faces a turn toward ethics reform led by Bobby Jindal. He pushes disclosure of finances and ban on legislators lobbying while in office, aiming to end cronyism and restore state credibility. Louisiana's stakes include vast energy, port, and seafood interests shaping national impact.
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Jindal
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Yale
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Louisiana Sheriffs’ Association
Kathleen Blanco
St. Bernard Parish
Jack Stephens
St. Bernard
State Democratic Party
Piyush
Illinois program saves life and supports women
Frances Hargrove Wilson Benton writes about her advanced stage III breast cancer diagnosis, lacking insurance, and crediting the Little Egypt Breast and Cervical Cancer Program for diagnosis, biopsy on June 11, surgery on July 3, and life-changing access to care. She urges insurance expansion and urges women to call 888 522 1282 for screening while praising Governor Blagojevich and urging legislative support for affordable healthcare.
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Blagojevich
Illinois
Katherine Markus
Mount Vernon
Posard Meets with Committee critique letter to the Southern Illinoisan
Professor Robert WarE of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville argues that Glenn Poshard's internal review of a plagiarism scandal at SIU is flawed, biased, and undermines credibility. He urges a fully external panel and rapid resolution to protect the university's reputation.
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Robert Ware
Southern Illinois University
Edwardsville
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