Iowa seeks to curb chronic absenteeism in schools
The Iowa Chronic Absenteeism Advisory Council urges four steps to reduce chronic absence. They define chronic absenteeism as missing 10 percent of school days, push statewide tracking, share best practices, raise awareness, and form a new advisory group. Strong links exist between attendance and performance.
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Community Letters Shape View On Politics And Health Care
Readers discuss Trump Clinton vote dynamics and call out issues with Iowa Medicaid managed care. A letter from Amy Belice of Cedar Rapids critiques MCO access, provider payment delays, and the 33 million cost, while Lawrence Rettig voices opposition to charges against Clinton.
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Irreconcilable differences spark call for separation
Syndicated columnist Walter E Williams argues deep US divides over governance and culture threaten liberty. He cites constitutional limits, nullification, sanctuary cities, and states’ rights as means to resist federal overreach, urging separation as a peaceful solution.
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Trump calls for jail or citizenship loss over flag burning
A morning tweet from President-elect Trump proposing consequences for flag burning sparks debate on First Amendment limits. The piece contrasts Supreme Court rulings protecting speech with calls to jail dissenters, noting Republican leaders avoid a broader flag debate while emphasizing speech rights.
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