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On the article Medical Marijuana Bill Passed by Illinois Senate; Quinn Last Hurdle
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On the article WTF, Illinois? We Curse Like Sailors
llwvrt
8:09 pm on Friday, May 17, 2013
ReplyOh dear, my comment about Illinois having a verbally rich gutter vocabulary was rejected. No swear words mentioned.
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On the article Medical Marijuana Bill Passed by Illinois Senate; Quinn Last Hurdle
llwvrt
8:05 pm on Friday, May 17, 2013
ReplyMedical marijuana has a place and contrary to popular belief, does not lead the majority of users into a lifetime of drug addiction. It helps sick people function which is a hard concept for healthy people to grasp. I hope he signs it into law.
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On the article 25 Years After Laurie Dann's Violent Spree
llwvrt
7:58 pm on Friday, May 17, 2013
ReplyAs a parent, I remember asking that cameras for the front doors be considered and that all doors be locked. Visitors should be buzzed in. I was told by the principal at Red Oak and by the board that I was being ridiculous and over protective. And that it would be too much work along with being too expensive. Go figure.
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On the article 70 MPH Speed Limit in Illinois: What Do You Think?
llwvrt
1:03 pm on Friday, April 26, 2013
ReplyMost people do 70-80 now. Driving 55 is a good way to get killed on the expressways.
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On the Blog Post Illinois schools latch on to untested national Common Core education standards
llwvrt
6:45 am on Sunday, February 24, 2013
ReplyI can't swallow the Phyllis Schlafly Report as a standard for education. Sorry. As for unifying standards across the country- not a bad idea. A child who moves from California shouldn't be lost when moving to a different state. Or moving from one district to another district. You can still vary your teaching style to facilitate each student. As for text books- you can produce a variety of texts in different styles that work off the Common Core. NCLB hasn't done anything to improve teaching-I wouldn't mind seeing an end to current standardized testing methods. This article presents as a "tempest in a tea pot."
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On the article Six Highland Park Elementary Schools Named to State Academic Honor Roll
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On the article Lake Forest Millionaire to Open Highland Park Bakery
llwvrt
12:21 pm on Monday, January 28, 2013
ReplyIf you suffer from celiac disease, you cannot eat gluten. It destroys the small intestine. Any restaurant that provides food that is gluten free could be a blessing. People with other food allergies will also benefit. As for those who don't want another bakery, don't go.
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On the article Cardinal George Says Same-Sex Marriage Is 'Against The Common Good', Do You Agree?
llwvrt
7:46 am on Friday, January 4, 2013
ReplySeparation of church and state. The cardinal can say whatever he wants but the common good promotes stability and happiness. I have no problem with gay marriage.
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On the article Poll: Will Walmart Flourish on the North Shore?
llwvrt
9:20 am on Friday, December 28, 2012
That would be there. I trust you plan on car pooling in the event the rest of the eager applicants don't have cars?
llwvrt
10:01 pm on Friday, May 17, 2013
The sorry state of our country has little to do with people in pain from chronic or terminal illnesses. You are free to face whatever health issues you face with nothing, but I see no reason for everyone else to do the same.