DEI offices closed at three Iowa state universities
The Gazette editorial argues DEI programs were halted by lawmakers and the Iowa Board of Regents, labeling it a culture war move. It warns such actions harm student success, economic development, and talent recruitment, citing McKinsey data and potential risks to state investments.
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DEI
Taylor Collins
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Iowa
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McKinsey
Brenna Bird
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Community support backs Duane Arnold solar project in Iowa
A Linn County information session drew union leaders veterans landowners and business figures backing Duane Arnold IV. Bright Future Iowa chair notes 30 local construction workers attended and solar farms provide 200 local jobs now and for Phase IV, plus higher property tax revenue and farmer steadiness.
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Duane Arnold
Iowa Utilities Commission
Gazette
Bright Future
Iowa
Linn County
Community Reaps Rewards After Solar Growth Efforts
The community notes phases I and II of a project will deliver 259 million in economic impact and phase IV 138 million. The record credits collective effort for updating a solar ordinance that regulates solar farms while encouraging growth, highlighting a successful shift in agricultural and energy policy.
Diversifying a Child Beyond Schoolwork Says Lenore Skenazy
Lenore Skenazy argues against narrowing a child to resume worthy activities and urges parents to nurture self driven exploration. She cites real world skills like fort building and a student website business as key soft skills. A WSJ survey notes executives value collaboration, innovation and communication, shaping future hiring.
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Yale
Wall Street Journal
Lenore Skenazy
Creators
Iskenazy
Yahoo.com
Campaigning by insult hurts governing and bargaining
Bruce Lear reflects on 27 years negotiating educator contracts in Iowa and argues negative campaigning harms governance. He recalls times of posturing without ad hominem insults, warns insults fuel bullying, and urges politicians to focus on issues and respectful, problem solving. Lear cites Trump and Harris as examples and notes his own career in Sioux City and the Iowa State Education Association.
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Kamala Harris
J.D. Vance
Bruce Lear
Sioux City
Iowa State Education Association
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