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Author Archives: Ralph Lee

Posted inOne Views

Are we threatening our economic diversity?

by Ralph Lee March 21, 2023March 21, 2023

I have a belief that I cannot (yet) prove: I believe that the Village of Oak Park is heading at breakneck speed toward a state of existence in which only families with an annual income above $120,000 or so can afford to live here. This is occurring through corporate interests efficiently upgrading both rental and […]

Posted inOpinion

Judge us by results, not by reserves

by Ralph Lee December 18, 2012February 10, 2021
Posted inOpinion

District 200: unique opportunity, critical election

by Ralph Lee November 20, 2012February 10, 2021
Posted inOpinion

Taking another look at the achievement gap at OPRF

by Ralph Lee November 30, 2010February 11, 2021
Posted inLetters To The Editor, Opinion

Board member says OPRF must set standards

by Ralph Lee November 9, 2010February 11, 2021
Posted inArchive, Opinion

D200 board president defends school lawsuit

by Ralph Lee and One View March 9, 2010February 11, 2021
Posted inArchive, Opinion

My thoughts on Black History Month

by Ralph Lee and One View February 16, 2010February 11, 2021
Posted inArchive, Opinion

Attack on Rigas unwarranted

by Ralph Lee and One View March 17, 2009February 11, 2021
Posted inArchive, Opinion

Coverage needed on District 200 long-range planning

by Ralph Lee and One View February 17, 2009February 11, 2021
Posted inArchive, Opinion

Seeking ‘culprits’ is easier than seeking solutions

by Ralph Lee and One View January 9, 2007February 11, 2021

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