I have no idea whom I will vote for when it's time to vote for our president.
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I read with disgust of the driving record of the young man (Michael Temores) who is alleged to have finally managed to kill someone through his irresponsible driving antics. However, there were one or two paragraphs in this story which were conveniently not included.
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I agree with Patricia Jongsma that it's not necessary to charge out-of-towners $2 a day to walk Lincoln Center.
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I was glad to know I'm not the only one disappointed that the Lincoln Center has decided to charge nonresidents a $2 fee per visit to walk in the field house.
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In the Feb. 5 edition of Forum, you quoted Ted Bilski as saying "We really get a black eye in Lake County. It sickens me that people think that if you are from Lake County you are a thug,you are corrupt, you are no good." Just add the word "Democrat," and the people who feel that way are …
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As a proud South Central High School graduate, I would like to thank Athletic Director Chad Haschel and his entire staff for hosting the 50-year reunion game. From reuniting with coaches Ron Clindaniel and Mike Kegebein, to visiting with teammates and cheerleaders, the evening was very en…
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In a recent poll by Consumer Reports, "77 percent of respondents agreed that car manufacturers should produce more fuel-efficient vehicles and the government should increase standards and enforce them."
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U.S. Sen. Dick Lugar has not lived in Indiana since the late 1970s. He is allowed to vote and have a driver's license in Indiana because of a loophole in the Indiana law.
Feb 07, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…
The headline, "Autistic teen dies after being shot by Cal City police" could be taken offensively by those with a developmental disability or those who love someone with a developmental disability.
Feb 07, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…
The last two months of my life have been very difficult to handle because of the loss of my wife. Through this period, it is great to know that I have friends and family that assisted me through this endeavor.
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The Times has seen fit to allot Phil Wieland space for a 450-word diatribe against theology, religious institutions, people of faith, and somehow even managed to include the Tea Party. It's one thing to oppose the proposed law allowing Indiana schools to teach creationism, but it's quite …
Feb 07, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…
I love the way some Indiana lawmakers are so willing to waste time and taxpayer money to make political hay on nonissues that have been debated and litigated many times elsewhere.
Feb 05, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Between no support from the state or the courts, Sauk Village is headed for extinction. It seems our elected officials, both local and state, could care less about our rights in what is supposed to be a democratic form of government.
Feb 05, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…
I watched a little of President Barack Obama's campaign, oops, State of the Union, speech. He said he was going to start an "all of the above" approach to energy, including oil and natural gas. He is going to increase oil exploration.
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David Fagan and his Lunchpail Republicans are going to support Republicans who won't turn their back on labor. That is what you did last time in supporting Mitch Daniels, and look how that turned out.
Feb 05, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Tom Vukelic says Romney and Gingrich want to cut Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security. I believe it is Obama cutting $500 billion over 10 years from Medicare and reducing the payments to health care providers. Have fun trying to get an appointment if you are a Medicare patient.
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Yes, Mitt Romney is rich. So what? He earned his money legitimately, has paid the high corporate tax on it, and now pays more through the tax levied on interest income.
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Is Newt Gingrich a worthy candidate or just an opportunistic windbag? His baggage is heavy. He's even wearing it. He's a seasoned politician. Is this really what we want? Aren't we sick of the same old rhetoric and a comeback kid from a questionable past?
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Senate Bill 89 (supported in committee by Sen. Frank Mrvan, D-Hammond) would allow school districts to force creationism into the science classroom.
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Years ago, my father-in-law had to walk every day to U.S. Steel and was told at the gate whether there would be work for him that day. My father worked at Standard Railway Equip. & Mfg. Co. in East Chicago. He spray-painted the inside of box cars without any protective gear or clothin…
Feb 04, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…
I was delighted to read the new USDA guidelines requiring schools to serve meals with twice as many fruits and vegetables, more whole grains, less sodium and fat, and no meat for breakfast. The guidelines were mandated by the Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act signed by President Barack Obama i…
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Most great societies crumble from within because of a decline in morals and a divided citizenry. Class envy is a major cause. President Barack Obama promised to unite this country in 2008 but has done just the opposite.
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I had my feel good moment of the year a couple of weeks ago. One of my senior football players lost his younger brother in a car accident. When I went to the wake to see my player to express my condolences, I asked his mom if there was anything else she needed help with. She just looked a…
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I consider the editorial and letter sections a valuable part of the paper, but the editorial rarely drives me to respond.
Feb 04, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Six months after Illinois' civil union legislation went into effect, forces committed to redefining natural marriage are already planning their next steps.
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As co-administrator of National Forum on Judicial Accountability, I thank The Times for securing the exemption required to broadcast Lake County civil court hearings. Among other good things, the coverage is sure to enhance civility in publicized proceedings. Respectful courtroom proceedi…
Feb 04, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…
A young Munster man named Kyle went to a lot of trouble to help a stranger when he found my cellphone.
Feb 02, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Democratic state reps are cowards who consider deserting their posts OK! They are in breach of contract with the people of Indiana for which they have accepted payment to represent.
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Thank you to the Hammond Police Department for the kindness and compassion shown the mentally ill and their families who try to help them. Our hearts were healed by the Hammond police's gentle and helpful assistance in a painful and ongoing situation.
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After watching the Republican presidential debates, if you believe we should privatize Social Security, do away with Medicare as we know it, that police, teachers and firefighters should not be allowed collective bargaining rights, that climate change is a hoax, that workers should be abl…
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The article about the $175,000 tax credit from the Indiana Economic Development Corp. to ConAgra Foods fails to go far enough. Because this tax credit is in the form of a reward for actual jobs created, it shows the great difference between how we do business in Indiana vs. the type of pe…
Feb 01, 2012 | 1:00 am | Loading…
I am so disappointed that the Lincoln Center has decided that as of Feb. 6 they will charge non-residents of Highland $2 per visit to walk in the gym.
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All hail the media!
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I wish to commend the Indiana state Sen. Sue Landske, R-Cedar Lake, and several of our other area Republican legislators for representing their districts and voting no on right to work.
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To all people out there who think Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels and the other leaders downstate are telling you the truth on everything, wake up. They are only telling you half the story.
Jan 31, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…
As a parent of a Highland student who will be directly effected by this proposed restructuring, I have questions. Questions that I have not been allowed to ask.
Jan 31, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Proposed Indiana right-to-work legislation would eliminate requirements that nonunion employees pay fees to unions. I have opposed the legislation because low-salaried employees would be tempted to disaffiliate in order to save their share of union costs.
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Winning back to back Super Bowls is not easy. Living in Bears country is no joy, either. Bears and Packers fans just don't mix well. It's a hate that won't go away, much like Democrats and Republicans, or Sox and Cubs.
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Here's the way that I figure that we can all be happy with the Right To Work proposal. We who object to paying state taxes should refuse to pay taxes! All of the people who still pay the taxes will do so because "it is the right thing to do," and they will have the choice to improve their…
Jan 30, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Indiana was the first Great Lakes state to ban phosphorus in laundry detergents in order to achieve the goal of the first Great Lakes water quality agreement with Canada that was signed in 1972.
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Where were the media three years ago?
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I am writing to encourage my neighbors and friends to stand up for clean, renewable energy jobs in our South Side Chicago neighborhoods. Solar, wind and geothermal energy technology can bring these jobs to our corner of the world. I do not want more dirty, polluting coal industry here in …
Jan 29, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Many progressive communities are implementing "smart growth" initiatives that use developed areas while discouraging wasteful urban sprawl. Given this American trend, I am appalled that the Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District is receptive to destroying versus building upon t…
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A heart-rending story about the troubles facing the Pruznak family and their problems with breast cancer focused my mind on our American Medical Association and their approach to cure cancer.
Jan 29, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…
The American Lung Association in Indiana released its 10th annual State of Tobacco Control report. The report card format grades states on key tobacco control policies and Indiana's effectiveness at adequately protecting citizens from the enormous burden caused by tobacco use.
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Bullying has been around for centuries. Fast forward to 2012 and add cyberbullying as another form of bullying.
Jan 29, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…
The Indiana state employees have themselves to blame when they allowed the governor to dismantle their union. At least Wisconsin state employees reacted and are attempting to recall their governor.
Jan 29, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…
On Jan. 17, I got into my car to go on some errands.
Jan 29, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…
If I choose not to join a union, shouldn't I have the right to choose? Should this decision stop me from being employed?
Jan 29, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…
In all the stories, editorials and conversations, I have never ever ever heard any one state they or someone they knew turned down a job opportunity because they would be forced to join and pay union dues.
Jan 29, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…
I have no idea whom I will vote for when it's time to vote for our president.
Feb 09, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…
An 82-year-old woman in Northwest Indiana recently called for an ambulance to get her to the hospital for her dialysis and chemotherapy treatments. She is confined to a wheelchair.
Jan 28, 2012 | 12:00 am | Loading…
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