Iowa GOP push on immigration enforcement faces police clash
The Gazette notes Iowa Republicans back state law to require local police cooperation with federal immigration authorities, while law enforcement officials warn of chilling effects. Iowa City officials emphasize current policies protect public safety and comply with law, denying sanctuary city claims.
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Community Letters Attack on Presidential Praise of Jobs
The letter disputes the president's self congratulation on unemployment and argues Trump’s job creation lags Obama. It cites data showing Obama years 2011-16 averaged higher monthly gains than Trump in 2017, with Fox News Research also reporting the figures.
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Is the United States a democracy or a republic
The text argues the United States is a constitutional republic. It claims democracy implies no bound by laws and majority rule harming the minority, while a republic uses representative government with constitutional constraints and guaranteed rights. John Adams is cited on democracy's peril.
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Capital punishment debate urged by Iowa columnist
Guest columnist Christopher Marks argues for revisiting capital punishment in Iowa, contending deterrence and justice justify discussion. He criticizes abolitionist rhetoric, argues life without parole is insufficient for murder, and highlights cases to spur lawmakers to consider capital punishment. Marks notes the legislature is the proper arena for such debate.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Anthem ER policy faces questions over prudent layperson standard
The policy by Anthem, operating as AmeriGroup in Iowa, denies emergency care claims based on diagnoses not symptoms. Audits show many codes flagged as non emergencies, prompting lawmakers and hospital groups to scrutinize impact on patients and rural hospitals.
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