Iowa Should Weigh Biennial Legislature Change
Editorial argues for biennial state sessions to curb costs and ethics concerns while noting voter approval is required for a constitutional amendment. It examines potential benefits and risks, including budget planning, policy timing, and possible unicameral reforms, urging legislators and voters to drive the solution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terry Branstad
Iowa
Branstad
Des Moines
Bob Arnould
Just cool it on Japan US sentiment says Tokyo expert
Political scientist Seizaburo Sato of the University of Tokyo notes Japan and the United States resemble a tired couple not ready to split. He says anti American sentiment eased after the Gulf War ended in 1991 while some officials criticize work ethic and U.S. leaders tactics. Other observers see neutral to favorable signals amid trade and social tensions.
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United States
Seizaburo Sato
University of Tokyo
Tokyo
Washington
Nihon Keizai Shimbun
The
Asia Foundation
Translation Service Center
America
Sato
U.S
Japan
New York Times
Steve Weisman
Michael Armacost
Mariners Ownership Clash Echoes Across Baseball
A lengthy critique argues that Seattle’s bid to buy the Mariners faces xenophobic opposition from some baseball owners. The piece notes Seattle’s history with club ownership, details Hiroshi Yamauchi’s 60 percent stake via Nintendo, and warns that denying Seattle could trigger further legal and reputational battles for the sport.
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Seattle
Mariners
Pilots
Milwaukee Brewers
Ball
Toronto
California
Indianapolis
Houston Astros
New Jersey
San Diego Padres
Los Angeles
Orioles
Baltimore
New York
Yankees
George Steinbrenner
Tampa
Tampa-St. Petersburg
Florida
Miami
Hiroshi Yamauchi
Nintendo of
Arakawa
Nintendo of America
Yamauchi
Microsoft
Boeing
McCaw Cellular
Puget Sound Power & Light
Pacific Northwest
U.S
Denver
Congress urged to act quickly on Bush growth plan deadline
A guest column urges Congress to pass an economic growth package by March 20 including a 5000 dollar first time homebuyer credit an investment tax allowance and a 500 increase in the dependent deduction. It notes past fast acts and warns public pressure may force swift action amid a political year.
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Bush
Congress
House
Statuary Hall
Persian Gulf
Comment Letter Urges Focus on Clinton Record and Economy
Sam Marion of 3470 Oriole Ct NE criticizes media emphasis on Bill Clinton’s private life. The letter argues voters should judge him by national issues such as jobs health care education and the environment and calls for buying American and limiting imports.
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Arkansas
Bill Clinton
Star
Democratic Party
Japan
Rockwell
Harkin
Sam Marion
Oriole Ct
Media, public urged to back recovery over media doubts
Fritz Weber voices frustration with journalists and TV coverage. He urges a three month pause on negative commentary to restore consumer confidence and support for the economic recovery, citing past misjudgments by commentators.
Right carl Kane and the ill tasting metaphors explained
A fragmented column riffs on overused metaphors in headlines and chatter from Washington to Iowa County. It catalogues lines about warm receptions, favorite receivers, political football, and the phrase gutting a story, noting how pundits repeat cliches on cold days and in headlines.
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Washington, D.C
Momilies
Iowa County
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