Congressional Debate Tonight in Marion Shapes Voter Focus
The Southern Illinoisan hosts a 12th District Congressional Town Hall at Marion Cultural and Civic Center with candidates Paula Bradshaw William Enyart and Jason Plummer. Doors open 6 p.m. for a 7 to 8 30 p.m. session free admission and live webcasts available from thesouthern com and bnd com.
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Teaching the Muslim world about freedom
Leonard Pitts Jr writes in a Miami Herald column about the First Amendment and freedom of expression as a dangerous yet essential safeguard. He argues that upholding free speech challenges extremism and stiffens global understanding, urging Americans to defend liberty even amid violence.
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Legalize organic marijuana argues for regulation
A reader letter urges legalization of organic marijuana in response to an Aug. 30 editorial. The writer claims synthetic cannabis drives harm and incarceration, argues regulation would curb dangerous imports, tax revenue, and cartels, and asserts marijuana overdose deaths and tobacco addiction are not comparable.
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Fixing the problem in the voice of a Murphysboro letter
A reader admires David Conrad’s stance on national strength and recalls family service from the 1920s through the Vietnam era. The speaker asks how ordinary people can address the issue Conrad highlighted, seeking practical steps.
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Letters to the editor policy and contact details
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