Mitchell upbeat on US global role and restraint
Former Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell told Coe College students that the United States will see renewed growth and influence in world affairs. He urged restraint in foreign conflicts and cautioned against treating every global issue as an American problem.
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George Mitchell
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Obamacare to curb work hours in 2017, CBO says
The Congressional Budget Office projects Obamacare will reduce the work force by the equivalent of 2 million full-time jobs in 2017 as subsidies influence hours. The report also notes longer term effects with 2.5 million fewer jobs by 2024, sparking Republican criticism and White House pushback.
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Iowa secretary of state seeks funds for voter fraud probe
Iowa Secretary of State Matt Schultz asks the Legislature for 140000 to continue a two year voter fraud investigation. Democrats question the use of 240000 in federal funds and challenge the probe’s value as 26 charges and 5 guilty pleas are cited. Schultz defends the effort as crucial to protect elections.
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Mathis
Bruce Hunter
D-Des Moines
Jason Schultz
Schleswig
Joni Ernst
Red Oak
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