Hoffer's Thoughts on Tort Reform for Health Care
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8/24/2009 - It is surprising there are so many that want the federal government to take care of them...
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Hoffer's Thoughts on Proposed Health Plan
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8/3/2009 - There are many reasons that the proposed Socialized...
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Letter to the Editor
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7/6/2009 - Hoffer's Response
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Hoffer's Thoughts on School Board
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6/15/2009 - Horray! Finally we have a School Board Majority...
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Hoffer's Thoughts on TEA Party
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5/4/2009 - It is obvious that Chuck Sutcliff did not attend the TEA Party or he would know that
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Hoffer's Thoughs on Elections
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4/14/2009 - The voters sent a clear message to the Oswego School Board and the Village of Oswego that they want boards that are fiscally responsible.
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Hoffer's Thoughts on School Board
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3/20/2009 - The predicted $9 Million Deficit for the Oswego School District makes this election very important.
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Hoffer's Thoughts on School Board
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2/2/2009 - I did not realize last week when I submitted my Ledger letter that the school board would be selecting a replacement for President Andy Wood's vacancy at their Monday night meeting.
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Hoffer's Thoughts on Big Three Automakers
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12/28/2008 - Congress again failed in their responsibility to resolve the issue concerning the impending failure of the Big Three American Auto Companies.
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Hoffer's Thoughts on School Board
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12/17/2008 - Needed; individuals who are able to make intelligent, logical decisions to be candidates for Oswego District 308 School Board.
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Hoffer's thoughts on politics
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10/21/2008 - Now we have heard in Obama say that he wants to spread the wealth around. 2007 IRS reports show the Obamas donated 3% to charity while the McCains donated 24%. Government spreading the wealth around certainly is socialism. Obama's campaign ...
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Talk is cheap!
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10/6/2008 - Last week Brad Vineyard places total blame on the Bush Administration for current problems without placing any blame on congress. Since January 2007, when gas was $2.18 a gallon, Democrats have controlled Congress and ...
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Response to Recent Letters
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9/22/2008 - Erin Platt in last weeks letter refers to a call she made to me in regard to my Sept.11th. Ledger letter, where I encouraged readers to visit the internet ...
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Obama background troubling
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9/8/2008 - Thank you Jeff Lawson for pointing out in the September 4th, Ledger, that Michelle Obama's DNC speech used verbiage that came from Saul Alinsky's book "Rules for Radicals". Hopefully readers will Google Alinsky ...
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Kendall County Republican Central Committee Success
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5/22/2008 - A couple quick observations regarding the May 19th Kendall County Republican Central Committee meeting:
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GOP needs to evaluate Oberweis campaign viability
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3/12/2008 - Jim Oberweis should consider withdrawing his name and candidacy from the November election. After a fourth unsuccessful campaign...
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Oberweis vs. Foster: Turned off by the negative messages - and the volume of them
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3/11/2008 - Letter to the Editor strikes a common chord among many in the 14th Congressional District facing too many and too negative phone calls, TV ads and fliers that cluttered our lives for the 29 days preceding Saturday, March 8th
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Oberweis did it again!
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3/10/2008 - Still not able to get it done in the 14th Congressional District race - can he do any better in the November General Election?
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Hoffer: Appreciation to voters; Boundary system warning to Oswego 308 families
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2/11/2008 - I want to thank the voters, of Oswego Precinct 11, who voted for me to become their Republican Precinct Committeeman. Currently I have the most votes; however, the final result will not be determined until February 19 which is the deadline for ...
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Hoffer's Top Republican Candidates Include Lauzen and Hunt
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1/21/2008 - Republican voters have an excellent opportunity in the February Primary Election to elect two outstanding candidates to represent them at both state and federal legislatures. Chris Lauzen has an outstanding voting record representing his ...
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Townships - Government's Best Kept SECRET
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12/14/2007 - I offer the following eye-opening information: Bristol Township has 12,140 parcels, one Assessor (elected); one Deputy Assessor (appointed); five part-time employees (working approximately 3 months); two township vehicles assigned to Assessor's ...
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In Yorkville: A line has been drawn in the sand
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11/14/2007 - Even after Valerie Burd had been warned that her veto of the council's majority's wishes would be detrimental to the functions of the city, she still insisted that this will be her 'legacy.' A legacy of what? Lies and half truths! Not a very good...
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OHS projects to cost big $$$, where's the educational benefit?
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10/29/2007 - Phase I of this plan does not increase the capacity of the school but will cost $23.72 to $32.88 million. Board member Andy Wood correctly pointed out that this proposal is $10 million more than the voters were told before the referendum and ...
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Where is the City of Yorkville headed the next 3-1/2 years?
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10/17/2007 - The most recent step to gain power, which the mayor of Yorkville has enacted, will undoubtedly blow your minds! The mayor has opted to VETO a majority vote by the City Council regarding appointing council member liaisons to committees.
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OHS renovation costs out of control
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10/8/2007 - When you think you have heard everything and that it cannot get nuttier, it does. I am referring to the October 4th, Ledger article, "OHS renovation, construction costs add up, School board reviews $57 million in potential up grades." It is ...
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Oswego School Building Program needs major adjustment
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9/24/2007 - Two very disturbing events concerning the Oswego School Building Program have recently been reported. Enrollment increases have been steadily declining from a high of 15% in 2004 to only 6% increase for this year. This brings into question ...
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Kendall government not giving local companies a chance
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9/17/2007 - I have been in business selling supplies to Kendall County and City of Yorkville for 30 years. I have lived in Yorkville over 50 years. Why does Kendall county buy paper, and janitorial supplies from a Chicago company...
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Pond Shocking Demonstration
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9/11/2007 - Matt Kellogg, Kendall and Grundy County Soil and Water Conservation District allowed the Illinois DNR to have a pond shocking demonstration at Kellogg Farm. This event allowed ...
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Misleading Society
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9/11/2007 - Most people are unaware the City of Aurora approved Planned Parenthood to build a medical building on New York Street and Oakhurst Drive in Aurora. After further investigation ...
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Oswego Trustee Giles' Five Point Plan
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8/31/2007 - I would like to thank the numerous residents of Oswego who have contacted me with support and encouragement in regards to my "five point plan for a greater Oswego". First: Seat a sixth trustee with all five board members voting on ...
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Accountability
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8/16/2007 - Have we lost our minds? 60 years ago, the men and women who worked in the factories, fought for this country, harvested the crops, and reared their children with integrity and honesty...
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Illegal Immigration Deserves Local Attention
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8/12/2007 - It looks like Carpentersville and Waukegan are taking a stand against illegal immigration and winning, where our state and federal officials have failed or have delayed in dealing with the issue.
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Property tax bill way out of line
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7/26/2007 - I recently received my property tax bill for the past year, and basically, I was floored! I realized, when I moved to Oswego eight years ago, that there would be some growing pains, and that our taxes would increase for various reasons, but ...
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Willow Run Landfill Commentary
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6/28/2007 - In my 25-year career, consisting mainly of writing and marketing/communications in the fields of healthcare and municipal government, I have sat through more than my fair share of public hearings and public meetings...
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Just what the heck has been going on with my electric bill?
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6/15/2007 - The details can be argued endlessly and if you're like me you have been struggling to understand it all without finally shrugging your shoulders and just hoping for an outcome that in the end won't hurt too much. This is a complex issue involving ...
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