Golconda NewsLocal news for Golconda, IL continually updated from thousands of sources on the web.11-18 Voice of the Reader- November 23, 2007 "How many partial birth abortions were actually performed here in America last year I've heard few." A different kind of torture To the Editor: This is an open letter to Sen. Dick Durbin: On a television newscast, you recently voiced your opposition to the nomination of Mike Mukasey for the office of Attorney ... via Southern Illinoisanhttp://www.topix.net/city/golconda-il/2007/11/11-18-voice-of-the-reader?fromrss=1 Shimkus seeks override of water act veto- November 7, 2007 "Comprehensive plan for the purpose of restoring, preserving, and protecting the Kaskaskia River Basin;" U.S. Rep. John Shimkus, R-Collinsville, today intends to vote to override President Bush's veto of the Water Resources Development Act.'This legislation contains authorization for many projects important to our state's economy, to our river system, and to conservation efforts along these waterways,' Shimkus said. 'I am disappointed that the President vetoed this bill and unfortunately am...http://www.topix.net/city/golconda-il/2007/11/shimkus-seeks-override-of-water-act-veto?fro... |