Big Kim Energy: Reynolds' Iowa Governorship Recap
Althea Cole profiles Kim Reynolds, Iowa governor, detailing her rise from Clarke County treasurer to governor, policy moves on abortion, taxes, and education, and her nickname Big Kim Energy. The piece notes her 2026 re election decision and enduring influence in Iowa politics.
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Community letter urges ending ROFR in energy bill
Retiree Bruce Lindholm of Cedar Rapids argues rising costs strain fixed incomes and backs Althea Coles view on right of first refusal. He cites DOJ opposition to ROFR in SSB 1113 and urges Gov. Reynolds and Republicans to remove ROFR to foster competition and protect Iowa families from monopoly power.
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English Official Status Sparks Education Clash
Jim Geraghty surveys Trump move to make English official while noting Census data on non English speakers and the Office of English Language Acquisition. He discusses implications for schools dual language immersion and staff cuts, contrasting official rhetoric with real world language use.
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