Call for Outside Review After Carbondale Gun Theft
Editorial urges independent review of the Carbondale Police Department gun theft case involving Chief Jody O Guinn. It notes delayed reporting, mis filed case numbers, and communications gaps. The piece argues transparency strengthens community policing and public trust.
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Bachmann challenged on HPV link debate sparks large prize offers
Steven Miles and Arthur Caplan offered heft to test Michele Bachmann on her HPV vaccine claim linking to mental retardation. Pitts argues Bachmann exaggerates fears, mocks evidence, and uses rhetoric over facts while facing a provocative challenge to prove her assertion.
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Coast Guard says $7 billion bought major fleet upgrades
In a letter to the editor the Coast Guard rebutts a wire service claim that $7 billion bought only two ships. It lists nine vessels under construction or ordered, 12 new aircraft, two Fast Response Cutters nearly complete, several shore upgrades, and ongoing fleet overhaul aimed at maritime security and safety. Semper Paratus Always Ready.
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Letters to the Editor Policy for The Southern Illinoisan
A policy notice explains letter submission rules for readers. Letters must be signed with a phone for verification, not published, and may be edited. It warns against libelous content and provides contact details including addresses and editor emails.
Officials Contact Lines List for Illinois Representatives
A compact roster lists U S Senator Mark Kirk and Dick Durbin with two phone numbers each, plus U S Representatives John Shimkus and Jerry Costello with general contact lines. The document also references Jerry F Costello and a state representative contact, totaling several officials and partial websites.
The Audacity of an Unread Book critique sparks contention
Keith Frick's editorial argues the book The Audacity of Hope is judged without reading, likening it to prejudgment by Tea Party adherents. It labels opposition as hostage behavior, notes calls to raise taxes, and contrasts with Buffet's stance. The piece defends Obama and urges reading the work to understand facts.
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