Equal Pay Gaps Highlight Iowa Policy Action
The column argues for federal and state pay equity, citing Census data that women earn less than men across professions and races. It calls Iowa legislators to implement paid leave, child care, a higher minimum wage, and proactive employer pay practices while urging women to pursue unions and EEOC complaints if discriminatory pay persists. It names multiple Iowa politicians supporting the equal pay agenda.
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Census Bureau
Iowa
U.S. Department of Labor
Gap
Salesforce
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
NIH Budget Cuts Spark Deficit Fears and Debate
Harold Varmus criticizes President Trump’s plan to cut NIH funding by 18.3 percent, arguing it would harm biomedical research, university financing, and U.S. leadership. The letter also addresses Iowa wage politics, education restraint practices, and urges contacting the Iowa City school board on seclusion policies.
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Harold Varmus
National Institutes of Health
National Cancer Institute
Donald Trump
NIH
New York Times
America
Varmus
Trump
Kenneth A. Hubel
M.D
Iowa City
Board
Iowacityschools.org
Rep. Ken Rizer criticizes LWV forums limits and attendance
In Cedar Rapids and Marion he argues the League of Women Voters forums fail to represent his district and prefer rotating venues. He notes forums allow accountability but the panel size and time limit restrict questions. He urges constituents to assess the League's non-partisan claim and continues to engage locally in Marion Ely and Linn County.
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League of Women Voters
Cedar Rapids
Iraq
League
Marion
Democratic Party
Bertram
Ely
Linn County
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