Letters Policy and contact details for readers
Readers are limited to 250 words for letters to Voice of the Reader and must be signed with a telephone number for verification. The Southern Illinoisan publishes author names and hometowns, edits letters, and rejects libelous or mass submissions. Contact and official information for submitting letters and reporting news are listed for Carbondale and surrounding areas.
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Open House Showcases New Office of The Southern Editor
Gary Metro, editor of The Southern, hosts an open house for his remodeled newspaper office across 9 a.m. to noon. He touts self styling and independent decorating choices while addressing inquiries about Debbie’s help and his left handed setup and personal belongings.
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Gary
Metro
Wisconsin
Iowa
Indiana
Illinois
Debbie
Wine dinner to showcase Southern Illinois award-winning wines
Frank Lafoon of A Votres Sante Anna says the Oct 11 weather piece title Sour Grapes misrepresents viticulturists. The Illinois Grape Growers and Vintners Association hosts a Nov 8 dinner pairing award-winning wines from nine area wineries with a six-course menu. Visit shawneewinetrail.com for details.
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Southern
Illinois
Illinois Grape Growers and Vintners Association
Southern Illinois
Shawneewinetrail
Frank Lafoon
City rental license fee proposal sparks debate in Carbondale
Michael D Asa of Carbondale argues against a proposed annual 35 per unit rental license fee, saying it targets few property owners and burdens compliant landlords. He urges city promotion of codes and tenant-driven enforcement, noting a recent tax increase and calling for more efficient use of over 280 city employees.
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City of
Carbondale
Micuael D
Asa Carbondale
Save Burmese culture To the Editor
Letter argues that Burmese culture is being destroyed and condemns U S intervention in Burma. It contends the UN was created to stop genocide and promote democracy but accuses the United States of using that reason to protect oil interests. It states oil wealth should not drive intervention when people die and urges action rather than inaction.
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Debbie
United Nations
United States
U.S
Historical scrutiny of presidents and shifting praise
The letter argues that criticism targeted at figures like Washington Lincoln and Truman has shifted with time and suggests George W. Bush may face similar reconsideration. The author notes current low approval and suggests future historians may dissect his record, potentially changing perceptions.
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George Washington
Abraham Lincoln
Harry Truman
George W. Bush
O. Battesteros
M.D
Murphysboro
Letter from Herrin on Bush criticism and history
History will judge Bush and the letter from Herrin argues criticism is essential yet should avoid aggression and lack of objectivity. It notes presidents are judged by history, warns against momentary judgments, and reminds readers that sober analysis often corrects early sentiment.
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Mark McClurken
Herrin
George W. Bush
Republic
Public thanks for successful household chemical collection
Jackson County health officials report 1,146 vehicles participated across May and last Saturday at Southern Illinois Airport collecting thousands of gallons of paint motor oil pesticides and mercury. The effort improves home safety and ensures proper disposal while benefiting regional solid waste and recycling projects with landfill tipping fee dollars. Plans call for similar events next year with ongoing support from the Jackson County Board and Airport Authority.
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Southern Illinois
Jackson County Board
Southern Illinois Airport Authority
Jackson County
Morales and Morales allies draw fire from liberal critics
A Harvard and Manhattan legal effort seeks universal jurisdiction to sue Bolivia’s ex president Gonzalo Sanchez de Lozada, while Evo Morales edges toward allies including Nicaragua, Ecuador, Venezuela, Cuba and Iran. Critics call the move misguided and accuse Morales of poor governance amid regional upheaval and coca policy shifts.
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Myanmar
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Darfur
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Gonzalo Sanchez de Lozada
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Lozada
U.S
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Evo Morales
Morales
Castro
America
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Latin America
Coca Growers Union
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Ecuador
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Cuba
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