Porter's admission highlights mental health stigma in Iowa politics
Jake Porter, a Libertarian candidate for Iowa governor in 2018, recounts near suicide in 2011 and urges addressing mental health stigma. He cites personal experience, compares reactions to physical injuries, and notes the need for open discussion and support systems. He references former Gov Harold Hughes and stresses seeking help.
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Marion City Council backs fireworks despite concerns
A letter criticizes Marion City Council for approving fireworks claiming it disturbs peace and frightens pets. The writer disputes the panel's sensitivity and urges voters to remember the council members during the next election.
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Calls to Fire Mueller Reflects Deep US Justice Crisis
Pete Larson of Cedar Rapids argues that the FBI is politicized after James Comey exonerated Hillary Clinton. He says the foundation of equal justice is collapsing and urges firing Robert Mueller to drain the swamp and restore rule of law.
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Scary justice in a teen sex case and probation
Lenore Skenazy questions a Michigan judge who imposed strict terms on Zach Anderson a first offender after a 19 year old met a 17 year old online and a 14 year old ultimately became involved. The case contrasts with Holmes Youthful Trainee Act leniency and raises concerns about internet bans and fishing filter searches.
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Berrien County
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Alabama Pro-Life Label Faces Shift After Senate Win
In Alabama the pro-life banner loses some weight after Roy Moore’s loss and Doug Jones’s abortion rights stance. Big pro-Trump money targeted ads to shape voters, while some conservatives question the term’s real impact on children’s welfare and health programs.
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