Kerry urges support for troops not war in Iowa talk
Senator John Kerry in Marion Massachusetts pressed Iowa Democrats to separate support for troops from opposition to war and defended his Iraq war vote as needed to gain UN backing. He warned leadership mistakes risk broader Middle East damage and outlined a cautious foreign policy plan. He faces Cedar Rapids event today while a Bush supporter hung a pro‑Bush banner nearby.
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Residents sing for peace in Iowa City event
About 50 people gathered at Public Space One in Iowa City for a Community Peace Event on Sunday from 1 to 7 p.m. The mix of sing along and live performances featured 20 artists, including an Anti- Bush Theatre sketch, with organizers stressing democratic expression and concern over casualties in Iraq.
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the Gazette
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Iowa City
Stone City
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The
Gazette
Scotty Hayward
Anti- Bush Theatre
Iraq
April Dirks
Chris Garson
Vid Werning
Steve Young
K-9 aids fire cause probe at Des Moines condo complex
Fire investigators used a K-9 accelerant detection dog with ATF help to comb through the scorched six story luxury condo building on the riverfront. Two firefighters suffered minor strains as investigators search for a cause in the three alarm blaze that damaged the under construction complex.
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Brad Fousek
Fousek
Iowa lawmakers weigh bills as deadline nears
Des Moines reports indicate a speed limit raise to 70 mph lacks support while a custody review bill faces postponement. Senate confirms nominees amid partisan debate as Medicaid reform and federal voting act measures loom in the chamber. House votes on DHS budget and tobacco laws ahead of Friday deadline.
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Sioux City
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Vilsack
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Washington, D.C
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Gipp
Department of Human Services
Mike Gronstal
Council Bluffs
Retired inspectors rehired for nursing home probes
Iowa rehires four former inspectors on contract to handle rising nursing home complaints. January February totals 292 up from 238 year earlier as agency cites increased public awareness and demand.
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Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals
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