Iowa school bargaining shows accountability and impact
Mike Owen argues collective bargaining adds accountability at every step, citing Iowa's Chapter 20 law and arbitration benefit. He contrasts public and private wages, notes Wisconsin’s negative outcomes from reduced bargaining, and warns politicians may break promises on education and jobs. He is executive director of the Iowa Policy Project and a West Branch school board member.
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Patriot FedEx Driver Breaks Up Flag Burning Protest
A veteran FedEx driver, Matt Uhrin, confronted a Jan 26 protest in Iowa City by entering with a fire extinguisher to extinguish a burning flag. The incident violated the city open burning ban and protesters paid fines. Supporters urge recognition for Uhrin’s actions.
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Protests Prompt Calls for Tougher Action Against Rioters
A letter argues violent protests must be stopped and police allowed to use force. The writer asserts peaceful rallies are fine but condemns burned cars and broken windows. They fault politicians for restraint and urge decisive action to curb criminal acts.
Warren May Run 2020 As Left Populism Shapes Electorate
David Harsanyi argues Warren’s denunciations and GOP decorum rules sparked a national conversation about free speech and identity politics. He questions whether Warren’s rhetoric helps or harms Democrats and whether her northeastern leftism can unite working class voters.
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Housing crisis in Iowa City spurs calls for tenant power
Brady Sones argues in The Gazette that four trends threaten affordable housing in Iowa City. He notes displacement from rooming house sales to fraternities, high rent burdens, low vacancy, and privatization of student housing. He urges countervailing power, including tenants unions, to curb rent hikes and protect vulnerable residents.
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