Letters to the Editor

"Unfortunately, fiscal conservatives are under-represented on school boards, which tend to support budgets advocated by the teachers unions," Tim Beck of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.

"Most important is not how smart we are but how well informed we are. Maybe now is the time for us to evaluate ourselves as citizens," W. Jeff Varda of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.

"Why would stores think I would visit their websites to find their ad? I don’t even think of those stores now. As they say, 'Out of sight, out of mind,'" Christine Steffy of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.

"I was saddened to see not once but twice the picture of the memorial to the two young men who killed a valued community member and altered forever the life of a young person," Wallace Buttrill of Crystal Lake writes in a letter to the editor.

"As I struggled to stay on my feet, about six kindly people stopped in both directions help me before I got hurt," Patricia James of Cary writes in a letter to the editor.

"I thought Republicans were the party of SMALL government and LOW taxes. What a joke. To all 17 taxing bodies on my tax bill, STOP THE SPENDING and control yourself," Chuck Berndt of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.

"When times are tough, people make tough choices as to where they will cut spending to make ends meet. Government should do the same," Linda Hoch of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.

"It’s so inspiring to see our community rally together to support those in need. Local businesses and services also generously donated, enhancing the spirit of giving," Donald Huebner of Woodstock writes in a letter to the editor.

Jeff Mengler, president of the Fox River Ecosystem Partnership, writing in support of the Kane County Forest Preserve referendum.

"The generous donations, especially in these trying times, is a blessing which will be rewarded in kind one day," writes Daniel P. Cwiak of McHenry Knights of Columbus in a letter to the editor.

Letters to the Editor for the Daily Chronicle: Chuck Rose is the only state’s attorney candidate with experience

Letters to the Editor for the Daily Chronicle: Support Amy "Murri" Briel for State Rep 76th District

Letters to the Editor for the Daily Chronicle: I support Chuck Rose to be our next DeKalb County State’s Attorney based on his experience, court room skills, maturity, and passion to help victims of crime, writes DeKalb Mayor Cohen Barnes.

Letters to the Editor for the Daily Chronicle: Experience matters to Chuck Rose for state’s attorney

Letters to the Editor for the Daily Chronicle: Voters in DeKalb can have a big positive impact on city government by casting a “Yes” vote for an appointed clerk in this election.

Letters to the Editor for the Daily Chronicle: Vote Chuck Rose for State’s Attorney with experience

Letters to the Editor for the Daily Chronicle: I hope you will join me in voting for Amy Murri Briel, the Democratic candidate for Illinois state representative in the 76th District.

Letters to the Editor for the Daily Chronicle: I recently returned from Europe where I saw the Venice International Art Biennale whose theme was Foreigners Everywhere, writes Jelmar Atkins

"America is already great," writes Ron McKee of Marengo in a letter to the editor.

"During this very divided election period, let respect and love be our go-to words," Lee Ann Lord of Spring Grove writes in a letter to the editor.

A reader is concerned that the bill to sell Lake Shabbona Park has too many unanswered questions.

"One party is about lifting up and the other party is pulling us down," Tina Uselding of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.

"Social Security, Medicare, what else will be on the chopping block, or screwed up?" Daniel Chwalisz writes in a letter to the editor.

"With the election soon, think about this: NO other president in history, including Nixon AKA “Tricky Dick,” thought all crimes by a past or present president shouldn’t be a crime," Jake Getter of Huntley writes in a letter to the editor.

"If you want responsible, open, transparent and collaborative progress on the McHenry County Board, vote for Kelli Wegener as the next McHenry County Board chair," Cathy Johnson of Marengo writes in a letter to the editor.

"I vote based on my values, focusing on health and science. As a nurse, I want policies that support health care, the environment, education and sensible gun safety. Supporting these policies makes me a Democrat," Joan Davis of Huntley writes in a letter to the editor.

"An open border is no border at all. It is quite apparent that this is the objective of the Democrat Party. Now after three and a half years, they try to reverse their policy so they can look like the hero," Roger Freund of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.

"Now she’s running for County Board chair – and ready to continue fighting for what’s right, even if that means more changes. Kelli is the best choice for McHenry County Board chair," Anna Gifford of Huntley writes in a letter to the editor.

"I believe that Donald Trump has only his own interests at heart.I believe that another Trump presidency would spell disaster for our country," Toni Weaver of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.

"McHenry County Board Chairman Michael Buehler, I have sent two certified mail letters to him, trying to get an answer, why our property tax is growing every year," Andrei Chugunov of Cary writes in a letter to the editor.

"Kelli is working hard to make transportation easier, homes more affordable, and our county attractive to businesses for growth so our property taxes are reduced," Allie Batt of Cary writes in a letter to the editor.

"This year’s referendum matters to me because it supports vital park improvements," Huntley park board President Keith Wold writes in a letter to the editor.

"As one who grew up in a conservative Republican household, I understand the values of the old Republican Party deeply," Owen Doak of Crystal Lake writes in a letter to the editor.

"I have wondered my entire adult life, how the good people of Germany could have succumbed to the horrible fascist Adolf Hitler," Sharon Rozycki of Crystal Lake writes in a letter to the editor.

"Since then, she’s voted for every property tax increase that’s come before her, along with a gasoline tax increase," Kirk Donald of Johnsburg writes in a letter to the editor.

"Earlier this year when a gravel pit was placed on the city of McHenry agenda for approval, Kelli Wegener was the only County Board member to speak with the neighborhood residents who would live right next door," Chris Tesmer of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.

"Most McHenry County residents would agree that our property taxes are too high, and the only way we can make a change is to vote new leadership into the county government," Ann Legg of Woodstock writes in a letter to the editor.

"All you Trump lemmings really believe he came up with this saying," Carl Hurtig of Crystal Lake writes in a letter to the editor.

"On Election Day this year, please join me and many others in a common sense vote for Paul Thomas," Geoff Blake of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.

Letters to the Editor for the Daily Chronicle: All towns – and especially small towns – function better when there’s a local newspaper to report on what’s going on.

"Let’s vote for our democracy, decency, character and competency … Vote for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz," Gail Albers of Woodstock writes in a letter to the editor.

Letters to the Editor for the Daily Chronicle: In her role as DeKalb County Circuit Clerk this past three years, Lori Grubbs has worked tirelessly to bring services to all members of the public.

"Since 1917, our state leaders have wreaked havoc with the pension system by underfunding and sometimes not funding it at all. And now Reick wants teachers and seniors to pay for the incompetence of those responsible," Dorothea King of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.

Letters to the Editor for the Daily Chronicle: If you think you have spotted voter suppression or intimidation, what should you do? Know your rights!

Letters to the Editor for the Daily Chronicle: I am writing to express my support for making the office of City Clerk in DeKalb an appointed position.

Letters to the Editor for the Daily Chronicle: Lori Grubbs is a hard-working, devoted public official who knows the court system, the role of the Circuit Clerk and cares about the people she serves.

Letters to the Editor for the Daily Chronicle: I encourage the voters of both DeKalb and Sycamore cities to vote yes on the referendum for an appointed city clerk, writes former DeKalb City Councilman Bill Finucane.

Letters to the Editor for the Daily Chronicle: Thank you to all who made Barbed Wire Weekend happen

"Kelli will bring her leadership, passion, responsibility, and consensus-building traits as chairperson," Adria Tyndall of Crystal Lake writes a letter to the editor.

Letters to the Editor for the Daily Chronicle: No thanks to tyranny