Leave libraries alone Chicago Tribune editorial call to defend IMLS
A Chicago Tribune guest editorial urges preserving federal funding for libraries and museums through the Institute of Museum and Library Services. It argues the IMLS supports 267 million dollars in grants, essential access to books and services, and upholds literacy. The piece backs libraries, cites local concerns from Aurora and Illinois officials, and advocates informed public discourse.
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Donald Trump
Institute of Museum and Library Services
IMLS
Illinois
Alexi Giannou Hias
America
Aurora Public
Michaela Haberkern
Kwame Raoul
Congress
Friedrich Hayek
Residents urge no on Iowa DEI bill in state Senate
A community letter urges state senators to vote against Senate File 507, which would bar counties and cities from establishing DEI programs. The text notes the measure has passed the Iowa House, would force shutdowns of DEI offices, and frames DEI as essential to fair opportunity for all Iowans. The letter links such actions to a broader movement of exclusion led by powerful figures.
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Senate
Iowa
Iowa House
DEI
Donald Trump
Elon Musk
Wike Luckoidy speaks on justice and unity in Cedar Rapids
Tiara Butler of Cedar Rapids notes commitment to communities facing dismantling and calls for action. She pledges unity and resistance while building a future rooted in justice and inclusion.
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Tiara Butler
Cedar Rapids
Are We Ready To March Back Over The Edmund Pettus Bridge
Rich Harwood reflects on national division and the search for hope. He recounts a nationwide virtual event on what to do when unsure, plus a Selma visit for the Bloody Sunday anniversary. He urges individuals and communities to become finders and spreaders of hope through decency, empathy, and collaborative action. He highlights Reading Pennsylvania discussions with local leaders producing transformative progress and renewed optimism through stronger trust and new ways of working together. Harwood is president and founder of The Harwood Institute.
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Selma
Ala
Edmund Pettus
Reading
Grandpa’s cautionary take on new censors and public debate
Greg Harold Greubel recalls his World War II veteran grandfather who urged civility and listening when critics press public officials. He argues Decatur County should welcome questions, not threaten critics, citing a cease and desist to Rita Audlehelm and the New York Times v. Sullivan precedent. He frames censorship as a national pattern and defends robust discourse as essential to democracy.
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Melcher
Marion County
Iowa
Decatur County
Decatur County Board of Supervisors
Iowa Freedom of Information Council
Randy Evans
Alan Wilson
van Wert
Rita Audlehelm
Leon Journal-Reporter
Audlehelm
BOS
Wilson
Supreme Court
New York Times
The
Foundation For Individual Rights and Expression
FIRE
Donald Trump
J. Ann Selzer
Mississippi
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Rich Harwood
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Garry Trudeau
Mallard Fillmore
Bruce Tinsley
Doug
Greg Harold Greubel
Grandpa
University of Northern Iowa
Villanova University School of Law
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