Cosmetology reform is a win for Iowa columns says Kolthoff
Kollan Kolthoff a licensed cosmetologist from Des Moines argues reform will ease entry to the field and reduce government burden while protecting consumers He notes Iowa has 430 million in beauty revenue and over 4400 beauty jobs last year and warns against removing licensure citing safety concerns and high schooling hours as barriers to entry They call for common sense reforms to streamline the process and support licensed professionals while maintaining public safety
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National election reform letter calls curb on media vote results
A citizen letter urges Congress to pass a bill delaying vote counts until West Coast polls close to avoid influencing voters. The note criticizes current timing as swaying choices and asks readers to contact their representatives. Iowa City signatories include Al Tjelmel Ely Dear and Frederik Norberg.
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Men must rise above low roads after MeToo surge
Mary Sanchez argues men face a crossroads as MeToo moves beyond high profile cases to everyday workplace behavior. She warns of backlash, urges listening and reform, and notes progress depends on real change from the office to the street.
Love may win but at what cost to our civility
Hartford Courant guest editorial reflects on the Sandy Hook massacre five years later. It recalls the community’s vows to protect children, the gun laws, and the rise of kindness in Connecticut, then laments national intolerance. The piece asks if Americans have listened or merely condemned, urging a path beyond distrust toward healing.
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