I do not support the new gas tax. I will travel to Missouri when I can for my fuel and will not have any vacations in Illinois. I own a motor home and it holds 55 gallons. That makes Missouri a perfect place to travel.

Gov. J.B. Pritzker has signed into law the legalization of marijuana. Now, imagine neon signs and posters in your neighborhood restaurant and bar windows advertising gaming and marijuana. Doesn’t that say wholesome, family-friendly living? Illinois seems as if it is becoming a place desperate for revenue sources.

With all of the talk about massive student debt, has anyone ever asked why are these college costs are so high to begin with?

J.K.

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