Conscience in election year debates on morality and tax roles
The author argues for a broad ethical view beyond abortion politics, invoking Caesar and God, urging fairness, mercy, and consideration of societal well being. He critiques tax and income fairness, warns against singling out issues, and emphasizes moral responsibility in voting. Carlos Del Rio invites reader feedback through the Southern newspaper opinions page.
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Clinton magic won't hide Obama's record
MONA CHAREN argues that Bill Clinton remains a political asset to reframe Barack Obama's presidency but warns the Obama record contrasts with Clinton era economic gains. The piece contends Clinton could help moderate voters while noting Obama’s tax and welfare stance and the debt path.
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Charles Kadlee
Forbes
Golden Pen voting under way for August letters
Readers vote online at thesouthern.com or by mail for August’s best letter to the editor. Finalists include Donald Julian, Gunnar Thoren, and Allen Arbeiter. Votes accepted until 9 a.m. Friday, Sept. 14, with the winner receiving a gold pen and editor’s column recognit ion.
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Chicago
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Thesouthern.com
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Letter to Editor Policy Summary
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Officials Contact Directory for Illinois and U S Senators
The list provides contact details for Governor Pat Quinn and the offices in Springfield and Chicago, U S Senators Dick Durbin and Mark Kirk, and State Senator Gary Forby. It includes phone numbers and web addresses for correspondence and official matters.
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