Zero tolerance call after Boulton misconduct prompts ethics scrutiny
The Gazette endorses immediate action on Sen. Nate Boulton amid sexual misconduct allegations. It urges stripping him of leadership roles, denying future appointments, and insists voters should decide if past conduct bars a 2020 bid. Editors argue zero tolerance across parties.
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Community Letters challenges tax cut distribution
A reader responds to Lynda Waddington's July 14 column arguing that tax cuts disproportionately favor the wealthy. The writer notes 2025 projections of 10.6 trillion in cuts with about 19 percent to the top 1 percent and cites 2017 data showing higher tax shares for the wealthiest.
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Pence praised Trump economy but Iowa needs more than growth
Vice President Pence argues the Trump agenda boosts pay and jobs with tax cuts and deregulation. Critics say the agenda weakens clean water rules, education funding, and election security while questioning Russian interference impacts. Mike Klug of Town City voices concerns for Iowa.
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Can Mr Rogers still be our neighbor
Lenore Skenazy extols Mr. Rogers as a transformative figure in children’s TV. A new documentary reveals how his calm, inclusive approach offered safe, loving lessons about divorce death and race. The host’s kindness and message of love shaped generations and values.
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Pate Defend Iowa Voting Rules Amid Court Ruling
The Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate fights an injunction over voting restrictions he backed, arguing no disenfranchisement proven while the Polk County court found several provisions burden voters. The decision cited late absentee ballots and signature review as risking widespread disenfranchisement and called for clearer guidance. Lyndalowa report notes public statements and calls for appeals.
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