speakout
Speak Out for May 25, 2012
I hope the Supreme Court is happy with the mess they have created with these super political action committees. Why can’t they be held responsible?
Speak Out for May 24, 2012
I was excited to hear that Cheesecake Factory is coming to Orland Park. We in the Southland and especially Orland are spoiled in a good way by all these great restaurants.
Speak Out for May 23, 2012
Strip malls everywhere have empty stores. Even the big corporations are closing stores. We cannot afford another four years of President Obama. We have to change with a new face in the White House.
Speak Out for May 22, 120
If someone has to take a drug test when applying for a job, then people should have to take a drug test when applying to get welfare.
Speak Out for May 21, 2012
I think President Obama would make a really good game show host. He’s shallow, glib with everybody and seems to kiss every woman he meets like he’s Richard Dawson from “Family Feud.”
Speak Out for May 20, 2012
Park Forest is working on Rail Fan Park, yet there is not one grocery store in the village.
Speak Out for May 18, 2012
When I saw Blue Island-born Gary Sinise on CBS’ “60 Minutes” talking about helping wounded veterans, I was reminded of his efforts to build the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Lansing.
Speak Out for May 17, 2012
Is there anyone getting excited about the upcoming Crosstown Classic featuring the Chicago White Sox vs. the Chicago Cubs? I’m not. But anyway, go South Side!
Speak Out for May 16, 2012
The Beverly Breast Cancer Walk was the perfect way to celebrate Mother’s Day. The sea of pink solidarity provided hope that one day we’ll fully win the battle against this disease.
Speak Out for May 15, 2012
Congrats to Minuteman Citgo co-owner Sebastian John, partner Babu Vettikkattu and everyone who benefits from the $118 million Mega Millions ticket sold in Glenwood. How exciting for the Southland!
Speak Out for May 14, 2012
After seeing the Hearty Boys, Dan Smith and Steve McDonagh, present “A Taste of the Decades” at Smith Village in Beverly, it’s nice to know their Food Network fame hasn’t gone to their heads.
Speak Out for May 13, 2012
Michael Murphy rappelling down theWit in honor of his mother, who died of cancer, brought tears to my eyes. I send a hug to those who are missing their moms on Mother’s Day.
Speak Out for May 11, 2012
Reading about Jack Lyle from Mount Greenwood was the first I heard about sled hockey. It’s great that this sport allows the disabled a chance to enjoy being on the ice.
Speak Out for May 10, 2012
Who is Joe Biden? Does he have some kind of government job? We never see or hear about him. Maybe he’s not photogenic enough.
Speak Out for May 9, 2012
A lot of my wall hangings and pictures were crooked. Could it have been that extremely loud crash of thunder on Sunday night? Enough already!
