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They, and they alone, have the power
Politicians are the only people in the world who create problems and then campaign against them. Have you ever wondered why, if both the Democrats and the Republicans are against deficits, we have deficits? Have you ever wondered why, if all the politicians...
They, and they alone, have the power
Politicians are the only people in the world who create problems and then campaign against them. Have you ever wondered why, if both the Democrats and the Republicans are against deficits, we have deficits? Have you ever wondered why, if all the politicians...
They, and they alone, have the power
Politicians are the only people in the world who create problems and then campaign against them. Have you ever wondered why, if both the Democrats and the Republicans are against deficits, we have deficits? Have you ever wondered why, if all the politicians...
Homework Time
There should be little question this is a crucial juncture for the county's public schools. The superintendent, essentially the chief operating officer, has chosen not to seek re-election and several have already thrown their hat into the ring. This...
Priority Agenda
There are plenty of issues facing local elected officials during this busy election year but one should provide a template for assessing candidates this year - the end of county-wide voting. For the county to provide a governing system that is more responsive...
Trust Improprieties
A recent article concerning missing money from the Tax Collector's office and the actions taken to recover it have set off a bit of a firestorm among some readers. They wonder why the individual who resigned shortly after what was labeled "improprieties"...
No Laughing Matter
Question: How many Lanark Villagers does it take to take to screw in a light bulb? Answer: Three. One to stand on a chair to screw in the bulb, a second to pull the chair out from under him and a third to film the entire thing for YouTube. No wait....
Truth in Advertising
The Franklin County School Board's contemplation of setting aside a half-mill in property tax collections for employee raises should be labeled what it is - a tax increase. While board members bend over backwards to call a 1.5 millage rate for capital...
Election Platforms
With the first candidates for local office announcing their intentions in the past few weeks it is time to establish the theme of 2008 - change. We keep hearing about the change on the national stage and local residents should take that sentiment to...
Bill the Governor
County commissioners should take one step with that $1.55 million they intend to pay for the Lombardi property to create a working waterfront park - send the bill to the governor. After all, he is the one who set the ball in motion that has led more...
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