Debates and Power in Iowa Governorship Race
The Gazette argues that debates should involve cooperation between Gov. Terry Branstad and Democratic nominee Jack Hatch. It condemns Branstad for unilaterally selecting three sites and calls for dialogue or an independent body to oversee debate locations. The editorial stresses the need for open forums across regions and warns against letting money and polls dictate debate control.
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Iowa voters face Senate choice Braley or Ernst in election
Letter writer lauds Tom Harkin’s legacy and argues for Braley while criticizing Ernst and opposing ACA repeal. He warns against gun rhetoric and political gridlock, urging progress and accurate funding for roads, jobs, and Social Security. An Ossian reader requests help removing dangerous cables on Interstate 380 and notes concerns about median travel dangers.
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Gasoline costs and U S oil dependence spark debate
A reader argues that Americans face high pump prices driven by crude oil costs and imports, urging more U S oil production to bolster the economy. A second letter reflects on World War I anniversaries, criticizing war spending and urging peaceful use of national wealth.
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Medicare turning point seen in 1965 landmark
Stephene Moore recalls the 1965 signing of Medicare and Medicaid as a pivotal moment in American health care. She notes 52 million on Medicare and 60 million on Medicaid, with the program now stronger and solvent thanks to the ACA, extending the Medicare Trust Fund to 2030 and reducing costs for beneficiaries and taxpayers.
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Scares Americans by Child Migrants Spark Immigration Debate
Harrop argues that about 57 000 unaccompanied Central American children overwhelm the U S border system and reflect broader anxiety over 11 million illegal residents. She urges passing an effective immigration law to balance kindness with national interests amid the humanitarian crisis.
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