What is needed in the discussion of the proposed End-of-Life Options for Terminally Ill Patients Act for Illinois is compassion and a comprehensive approach.
Letters: We need a compassionate conversation about end-of-life care in Illinois
Category: Letters to the Editor
Letters: Why I consider pigeons beautiful
I must disagree with David Grossman, who in his letter to the editor (“Pigeons are beautiful? I disagree.,” Feb. 17) expressed disdain for pigeons. I am torn between the need to educate him and the need to acknowledge a fellow devotee who has memorized every line of “The Producers.” Also known as rock doves, these […]
Letters: As Cook County Circuit Court clerk, I’ve served the public faithfully
I am disappointed in the Tribune Editorial Board’s decision to endorse my opponent Mariyana Spyropoulos (“We endorse Mariyana Spyropoulos for Cook County Circuit Court clerk,” Feb. 19). When I ran for clerk four years ago, I received the board’s endorsement and have accomplished every single initiative that I promised in my first term. My administration […]
Letters: Politicians caught with their hands in the cookie jar is business as usual
Nothing has changed in Cook County or Chicago or even the state with regards to politicians taking contributions from companies and individuals they do business with. Cook County Board of Review Commissioner Larry Rogers Jr. has tapped for political contributions people who are tied to property tax appeals. How about Iris Martinez, clerk of the […]
Letters: When are we going to learn our lesson about subsidizing sports stadiums?
It is a good time to remind ourselves that billionaires have found one more way to fleece the public: sports stadiums.
Letters: Illinois legislature passes out pork while ignoring asylum-seekers
I’m confused by the legislature’s priorities and think they should have used some of the millions of dollars to provide housing for asylum-seekers.
Letters: Donald Trump’s comments about NATO disrespect those who have served
For Donald Trump to encourage Russian President Vladimir Putin today to invade any nation that has not paid up its NATO dues is beyond despicable.
Letters: Illinois should not pay for another White Sox stadium
There is no good reason taxpayers should absorb the cost of somebody else’s folly.
Letters: A warming world affects us all. We must act now on climate change.
Failing to take immediate action to cool our planet is both immoral and foolish.
Letters: We need programs to support local farmers. The Farm Bill matters.
Regarding “Farmers urge investments in environmental justice” (Feb. 1): I was pleased to see Adriana Perez’s story regarding Illinois farmers going to Washington to voice support for various initiatives, especially equity and environmental justice issues, in the Farm Bill. Everyone should pay attention to the Farm Bill since it’s a huge amount of federal spending […]