Let Simon take sentimental trip, then speak out
What we think: One region of the state – southern Illinois – was hit hard by a trio of pending closings of state facilities. Lt. Gov. Sheila Simon is in a unique position to stand up against Gov. Pat Quinn’s decision. She should.
They’re getting ready to close the U.S. Sen. Paul Simon Museum in Troy.
Saturday will be the final day of its 7 years of operation, before the Simon memorabilia collected therein is parceled out to other locations.
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