County government 101 still puzzles Linn County residents
The Gazette notes persistent public unfamiliarity with county government and the board of supervisors. A 1997 Vernon Research survey found 45 percent unaware of the supervisors, 90 percent could not name them. A 2003 update shows 44 percent not at all familiar, with many unaware how budgets and property taxes work. The piece urges a Civic primer on Linn County’s homepage and similar countywide efforts.
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Iowa caucus voices favor Richardson and Edwards in new year
In Iowa residents gather biennially to decide on national and local leadership. The piece highlights support for Gov. Bill Richardson and Sen. John Edwards, arguing Edwards alone points to the two-America problem and Richardson’s record as energy secretary and governor. It notes Dodd’s proposals on carbon tax, service, education, and civil liberties, and emphasizes electability for the general election.
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Gazette online poll asks if readers will keep New Year resolutions
Voters weighed in with 15.8 percent yes and 84.2 percent no from a 628 vote tally. A new daily question appears at 4:30 p.m. on GazetteOnline.com inviting ongoing reader input.
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Obama Clinton Huckabee views from Iowa voters
The letter from Pastor Brad Sherman of Coralville argues Obama would restore America’s standing, citing his message of Respect Empower Include. He endorses Hillary Clinton for foreign affairs experience and notes Mike Huckabee’s national security stance, urging readers to read Foreign Affairs for a fuller view.
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Iowa governor urged Boeing in tanker contest stir
A Dec 18 Gazette piece quotes Gov. Chet Culver urging Air Force to pick Boeing for the KC-767 bid, while critic arguing KC-30 by Northrop Grumman offers more US jobs, lower risk, and greater capability. Horner, a Florida-born retired general, backs Northrop Grumman as consultant.
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