Political paralysis spurs the long U S economic boom
David Ignatius argues that Washington's inaction has kept the United States on a record boom. He credits Internet era growth, deregulation, free trade, and prudent budget choices, while cautioning that future trouble may arise if government remains paralyzed.
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David Ignatius
United States
George W. Bush
al Gore
America
Bill Clinton
Clinton
Jordan River
Promised Land
Washington
Congress
Securities and Exchange Commission
Democratic Congress
Keep deposit law, broaden scope in Iowa
Troy Willard of Coralville argues the 20 year old Iowa beverage container deposit law is self funded and popular, but should expand to include noncarbonated drinks, raise handling fees from 1 to 2 cents, and require post consumer content to boost recycling and reduce landfill waste.
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Iowa
Troy Willard
Coralville Can Shed LLC
Big Brother on Campus Alcohol and Gambling Rules
Greg Schafer of Anamosa argues that laws banning dorm alcohol and college gambling overreach. He says education, not prohibition, addresses campus problems and urges personal responsibility over government intervention.
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Greg Schafer
Anamosa
Mental illness tied to reduced heart care access says study
A Journal of the American Medical Association report finds mentally ill patients who see doctors for heart issues are about 30 percent less likely to receive catheterization or angioplasty. NAMI IOWA leaders demand end to healthcare discrimination and equal access to care.
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Journal of the American Medical Association
Alliance For the Mentally Ll of Iowa
Nami-Iowa
Margaret Stout
Claudine Harris
Iowa City
NAMI
Iowa
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Gazette
McCain has mighty big shoes for Iowa voters
In a letter Sherri Novak of North Liberty argues McCain skipped Iowa for funding limits but still deserves respect for his stance on campaign finance reform. She praises veterans, notes divorce isn’t a disqualifier, and says Bush’s charter school support hinges on federal rules.
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Iowa
John McCain
George W
George W. Bush
McCain
Sherri Novak
North Liberty
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the Gazette
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Heart Failure Awareness Week Highlights Public Misconceptions
Major medical problem is poorly understood with Heart Failure Awareness Week designated in mid February. The piece cites 4.5 million Americans affected, 400 000 new diagnoses yearly, and over a million hospitalizations, noting a lifelong illness with variable progression and evolving treatments. It urges early recognition, tailored therapies, and public education. Dr Ron M. Oren, UI associate professor, is identified as medical director of the university program.
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United States
Amerian Heart Association
Americanheart.org
Heart Failure Society of America
Hfsa.org
Ron M. Oren
University of Iowa
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