Rapids City Council faces scheduling chaos again
The Gazette editorial urges sticking to a stable Rapids City Council schedule after a series of changes from flood relocations to shifting start times. It argues earlier meetings hinder attendance while urging transparency and public input. Mayor Corbett says input can come elsewhere.
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Coralville TIFs under scrutiny prompt reform debate
A report by Iowa Fiscal Partnership criticizes Coralville TIFs including the Coral Ridge Mall Highway 6 area for hidden costs to nearby property owners. Legislators plan a public panel at the Coralville Library with Iowa City North Liberty Johnson County and school district representatives to weigh reform.
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We have allowed political class to thrive
The writer divides society into four classes and argues Congress and federal branches have risen as a power hungry elite. He criticizes career politicians and urges action at the polls on November 6, 2012 to restore freedom, contrasting 1 percent versus 99 percent.
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Letter to white working class voters on Obama era policy
Open letter harshly critiques conservative plans and urges white working class readers to oppose Obama era policies. It denounces tax cuts for the rich, deregulation, cuts to social programs, and corporate personhood while urging use of the ballot box to defend future generations.
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Iowa columnist Bloom prompts talk on Midwest enlightenment
A reader urges chambers of commerce and church groups to invite Stephen Bloom to discuss life in Iowa and the rural Midwest. The note suggests contacting the University of Iowa journalism department or University of Michigan, and to schedule talks months ahead.
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Cool cities attract young educated movers in the national brain gain
Census figures show adults 25 to 34 migrate to cool cities like Denver, Houston, Dallas, Seattle, Raleigh, Austin, Washington D C, and Portland driven by vibe and social scenes. Omaha posts a strong brain gain, while Sunbelt hubs falter after housing busts. Weather matters less than social and job networks.
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Hope and resilience amid years of turmoil and fear
In a Christmas reflection, Gary L. Mayden notes 10 years since 9 11 acknowledging the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, the financial crisis, and ongoing terrorism risks, yet finding hope in global reforms, a recovering economy, and renewed resolve with God’s help.
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