Senate debate over BDS and free speech in Iowa
Guest columnist Kathleen McQuillen argues Iowa Senate File 2281 would punish BDS supporters and entities profiting from Israel's occupation. She frames BDS as a nonviolent call to accountability under international law, defends First Amendment rights, cites casualties in Gaza and Israel, and urges protection of Iowans' free speech while noting U.S. aid to Israel.
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Iowa Senate
Senate
Israel
David Nadler
Nadler
Jewish Virtual Library
B’tselm
U.S
Letter writers clash over county auditor Miller
Community letters debate endorsements from county officials including all five supervisors. Dennis Ferguson of Cedar Rapids argues Miller upholds accountability and fair treatment of county employees, citing the decision to pursue missing expiring checks. He suggests Stutler’s endorsement signals a desire to replace Miller to avoid scrutiny. another reader discusses Senate politics regarding Supreme Court approval.
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Joe Stutler
Marion
Stutter
Miller
Joel Miller
Board of Supervisors
Stutler
Dennis Ferguson
Cedar Rapids
Grassley supporter touts honesty and farmer standards
Robert Cribbs of Mount Vernon urges Grassley to win re election, praising him as an honest Iowa farmer who upholds state standards while criticizing Obama era executive orders as unconstitutional. The letter echoes political backing amid debate over Medicare Part B drug payment reforms and access to rheumatology biologics. Dr Steven Evanson notes potential patient access and safety impacts if cuts proceed, urging targeted reform rather than broad reductions.
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Barack Obama
Grassley
Senate
Bruce Braley
Iowa
Robert Cribbs
Mount Vernon
Centers For Medicare & Medicaid
Medicare
Steven Evanson
M.D
Cedar Rapids
Globalization as a psychological force shapes politics
Kathleen Parker discusses globalization with Van Wisard, arguing it is a deep psychological issue driving voter frustration and the fate of the election. He suggests candidates must address globalization openly, while hope lies in youth embracing international integration and multilingualism.
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Washington Post
van Wishard
Wishard
Inside the Iowa Legislature Budget Talks with Frank Discussion
A satirical interview features Frank Discussion of a political consulting firm detailing how few leaders shape budgets. It satirizes closed doors, bargaining, and media control in state government while hinting at bipartisan irritation and flawed process.
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Elcome
Statehouse
Iowa
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American Friends Service Committee
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Kathleen Parker
The
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Washpost.com
Dorman
Todd Dorman
Todd
Thegazette
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