Iowa gains federal grant to fund statewide drug prevention efforts
The Gazette argues for continued prevention over incarceration as Iowa shares a $22 million federal grant with three states to establish screening centers in clinics and non traditional sites. Local programs like Linn and Johnson counties drug treatment courts show success with graduates and cost savings, yet risk ending without ongoing funds.
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Iowa
Civil War debates and voter ID letters spur reader questions
The letters discuss Civil War causes and compromises, slavery expansion, and Lincoln era policy. The writer thanks emergency responders for a husband’s death at St. Luke’s Hospital and critiques voter ID debates, felon rights restoration, and oil price media coverage urging November change.
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Voter ID debate raised in July 26 column
Michial Kane argues against claims that voter ID laws infringe voting rights. He notes felons with completed sentences should regain franchise and questions why obtaining a photo ID is an insurmountable barrier, urging voters to be informed.
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Cedar Rapids
Anaheim Riots Highlight Divide Between Haves and Have Nots
After police shot a 25 year old unarmed Latino man Manuel Diaz in Anaheim four nights of rioting followed. Protests drew crowds to City Hall as stores were looted and police used pepper balls. The incident spurred lawsuits over Latino representation and raised concerns about economic and racial tensions.
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Romney targets Obama in Jerusalem speech
Romney delivers a pointed speech in Jerusalem contrasting his stance on Israel with Obama. He criticizes the administration's Jerusalem policy and highlights a strong US Israel bond. Rubin notes Romney’s pro Israel posture, while Democrats worry over Israel policy direction.
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America
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