Polarization Deepens in Iowa Congressional Voting
Analysts note Iowa’s seven House members aligned with their parties over 90 percent of votes in the 111th Congress, reflecting national polarization. Political scientist Steffen Schmidt says bipartisan cooperation has declined, with Iowa following the broader trend despite notable figures like Tom Harkin.
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Iowa lawmakers highest party loyalty in 111th Congress
Iowa delegation showed strong party alignment with averages ranging from 90.7 to 98.2 percent. Analysts say increasing partisanship stems from the loss of conservative Democrats, shrinking cross party voting.
Change and faith at New Melleray Abbey in Dubuque County
The Gazette reports on New Melleray Abbey where Trappist monks preserve a 161 year tradition. Brother Paul Andrew Tanner notes the monastery remains focused on praise, service, and self sufficiency as changes gradually occur. The church and cloisters stand as enduring symbols of the abbey’s heritage.
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Iowa Weather Year in Review: Top 10 Climate Stories of 2010
State Climatologist Harry Hillaker lists Iowa's top weather of 2010. Highlights include 89 days of snow cover, a frigid January start, a warm spring, a record wet June, the Sibley EF 4 tornado, Maquoketa River flood impacts, central Iowa downpours, a hot muggy summer, rapid harvest weather, and a December blizzard.
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Baby boomers face retirement crisis as 65th birthday wave grows
Chicago report warns that procrastination and timing push baby boomers toward retirement difficulties. Starting in January more than 10,000 boomers daily reach age 65 for 19 years, while defined benefit pensions fade from 39 percent in 1980 to about 15 percent today, signaling financial strain.
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