Friday, November 2, 2012
Letter to the editor
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Friday, November 2, 2012
There is only one truly independent and common sense candidate for Illinois’ 59th House District; that candidate is Sidney Mathias. Mathias works together with members of both parties to accomplish things for our district and for the people of Illinois. He has worked to bring public transportation service to our area, promote a fiscally conservative agenda, and bring help to Lake County in its struggle to reduce traffic gridlock. On the other hand, Carol Sente is just another Michael Madigan rubber stamp. If Sente is elected Illinois will continue on the road to bankruptcy and higher taxes. The choice in this race is clear. Vote for Sidney Mathias for State Representative on Tuesday November 6th. Brad Goodman Vernon Hills
Thursday, November 1, 2012
Letter to the editor
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Thursday, November 1, 2012
I personally know both Carol Sente & Sid Mathias and have worked with both. They are both decent, hard working, family oriented people. They both care deeply about our community and are not seeking political office for any individual profit or gain. Since they are both incumbents in the State Legislature and are now running against each other in the newly drawn 59 th District, I have to make a choice. I choose Carol Sente to continue to represent me in Springfield. I choose Carol because I believe she embodies all of the qualities that I look for in an elected official. Carol is a leader. Carol regularly meets with local residents, and not just during election years. She holds regular meetings with constituents and has walked door to door …
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Thursday, November 1, 2012
Sid Mathias is an independent, thoughtful representative who deserves your vote for re-election. He has the guts to disagree with his party on issues important to him and his constituents. There is no question that he advocates for fiscal responsibility and has been fighting for a true balanced State of Illinois budget. He is for quality education in our schools, and is a sponsor of legislation to reduce our taxes. Mathias is opposed to increasing our property taxes by shifting the State's obligation to fund teacher pensions to local school districts. There is no question that he has earned the respect and praise of surrounding Village Mayors such as Braiman and Hartstein of Buffalo Grove, Byrne of Vernon Hills, Mulder of Arlington Hts…
Letter to the editor
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Thursday, November 1, 2012
With the election just days away, it is vital that we work to put the right people in office. One of those right people at the state level is Sid Mathias. He is dedicated to addressing the issues that affect us while many of his peers look for the next special interest campaign contribution. Sid is one of us, someone trying to make a difference, someone trying to improve things for the next generation of residents in this state. Sid wants to make sure there are good jobs here, that all schools in this state prepare students for the challenges that lie ahead, and that state government doesn't take more money from our pockets than it absolutely needs. Sid has represented the people in each and every vote he has cast on legislation in …
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Letter to the editor
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Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Judge Daniel B. Shanes — the real deal. Every once in a while you meet the real deal. A Judge earning the honor of receiving the highest recommendations of his peers at the bar associations. A father committed to being actively engaged in the lives of his children — baseball coach as well as midnight madness master of homework assistance. A dedicated husband of over 20 years. A supportive and friendly neighbor, who is interested in building a sense of community. His commitment to justice and the community does not end on the bench. Over the past several years, Judge Shanes developed programs encouraging students to make healthy choices. As a Judge he knows that sharing his experiences with our students helps them understand every …
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Letter to the editor
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Tuesday, October 30, 2012
There seems to be much public sentiment that political campaigning is more negative and unethical than it has ever been. Whether this is true or not is the subject of some debate. Politicians have long thrown mud at each other and the history of negative campaigning reaches back to the earliest days of this nation. Even today, rumor and gossip feed a press and public hungry for scandalous tales while candidates and their supporters seemingly can't resist the siren's call of attack ads. That does not make it right! The most laughable negative campaign tactic I have seen, is Sid Mathias and his mouthpieces attacking Representative Carol Sente for allowing her supporters to send out supposedly inaccurate and negative ads about Sid. Really Sid…
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Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Sid Mathias has earned our vote with his years of outstanding public service in our community. He reflects our independent values by consistently working across the aisle with both Democrats and Republicans. Sid has a history of working tirelessly to help our community, specifically by bringing Metra commuter trains to our doorstep. He has continued his efforts by working on an expanded train schedule. Sid is on focus for pension reform and recognizes that our state needs to address pension system shortfalls now! Additionally, Sid is a supporter and legislator that who looks out for all of his constituents, especially those who need him the most. As an issue close to our family, Sid is an advocate for individuals with special needs and is …
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Tuesday, October 30, 2012
I have known Sid Mathias, District 59 candidate for State Representative, for over 20 years, but due to redistricting, this is the first time I have been able to vote for him. As a long-term member of the Stevenson High School Board, I know that Sid has represented well other parts of the community within the Stevenson district. He has been a strong supporter of what's right for local education, both as a legislator and as a parent. The State Legislature has been considering a bill to force schools to pick up the costs that are currently the State's responsibility for pension payments, without allowing schools to seek additional money for those payments. Sid has strongly opposed this, while his opponent, Carol Sente advocates its passage…
Letter to the editor
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Tuesday, October 30, 2012
This election is not just important on the national level. It is important on the local level as well. State Rep. Sid Mathias needs your support to ensure that our area has a strong voice in the state capital. Voters sending Mathias downstate as our representative guarantee that we have someone in Springfield fighting on our behalf. As the Daily Herald said in its endorsement of Sid for the 59th District State House seat, “We admire Mathias’ gusto and we see a need to keep moderate Republicans like him in the legislature to fight head-on the power structure that has produced our current state of dysfunction.” Sid is that constant champion for taxpayers. He is that forward-thinking leader who knows what needs to be done to get our …
Monday, October 29, 2012
Letter to the editor
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Monday, October 29, 2012
During the years I served as a state senator, I worked closely with Representative Sid Mathias on numerous issues. He worked tirelessly to pass legislation to benefit his constituents and improve our state. Sid has the unique ability to gain bipartisan support for his efforts which is important in the legislative process. Sid brings a common-sense approach to state finances focused on controlling spending and an open and honest budgeting process, where the public can see what is occurring. He won't turn a blind eye to his responsibilities to represent the people and will enforce the constitutional requirement that the state should balance its budget. While it is tiring to see waste continue in Springfield, it is refreshing to know someone …
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