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Author Archives: John Murtagh

Posted inOpinion

Post-report: Are we still who we think we are?

by John Murtagh November 25, 2014February 10, 2021

Forty percent (20,000) of Oak Park residents live in rented apartments. All are protected by the village’s Fair Housing Ordinance. All are potential discrimination complaint filers. Most never have a reason. We live in a village of people who understand and respect our neighbors’ rights. 

Posted inLetters To The Editor, Opinion

Wanted: independents with fire and guts

by John Murtagh August 26, 2014February 10, 2021
Posted inOpinion

Questions for Oak Park’s new comprehensive plan

by John Murtagh November 19, 2013February 10, 2021
Posted inOpinion

Afterthoughts following a fine forum

by John Murtagh September 10, 2013February 10, 2021
Posted inOpinion

Can Madison still be a star performer?

by John Murtagh June 25, 2013February 10, 2021
Posted inOpinion

Are we in action mode on diversity?

by John Murtagh November 20, 2012February 10, 2021
Posted inOpinion

We need more women candidates

by John Murtagh September 25, 2012February 10, 2021
Posted inOpinion

Citizen involvement is getting shortchanged in Oak Park

by John Murtagh July 17, 2012February 11, 2021
Posted inOpinion

Are we being governed by an oligarchy?

by John Murtagh May 1, 2012February 11, 2021
Posted inOpinion

Looking ahead to the 2013 election in Oak Park

by John Murtagh April 24, 2012February 11, 2021

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