Congress Should Stand Up to Trump on Trade, Says Gazette Editorial
The Gazette editors urge Congress to curb tariff power as a $12 billion farm bailout signals a broader trade war risk. They cite Farm aid, misgivings from Sen. Ben Sasse and Sen. Joni Ernst, and warn of long lasting damage to Iowa exports and rural communities. They call for unified congressional action before voters weigh in this November.
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Community letters touch on politics and civic action
A reader letter discusses civil discourse, border policy, and immigration reform. It condemns media focus on negative coverage, praises President Trump, and cites local civic events like the Ride the Districts bike tour in Cedar Rapids. Public sentiment toward Gov. Ray is questioned by a former Republican.
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The guidelines outline how to submit letters to the Gazette editorial page including length limits, contact email, mailing address at 500 Third Ave SE Cedar Rapids Iowa 52401 and a reader inquiry phone number 319 398 8263. They describe formatting expectations and submission channels.
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Government debate on sex work laws stirs Iowa City talk
Iowa City officials and licensed massage therapists clash over proposed rules targeting alleged illicit massage businesses. Advocates warn against conflating sex work with trafficking while noting licit services require safety oversight. National trends push decriminalization with rights groups arguing criminalization worsens harm.
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