Editorial: Preserve Macbride boat motor rule this summer
The Gazette argues to keep Lake Macbride's summer 10 horsepower motor limit, opposing SF54 to allow larger motors. It warns removing the exception could harm the lake's no wake serenity and watersports balance, noting Coralville Lake nearby offers bigger motors. The piece urges legislators to back off and maintain the status quo.
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Tanks versus Twitter in Egypt's revolution
A reflection on Egypt's 2011 uprising contrasting Mubarak's old regime with a digitally driven revolt led by Wael Ghonim. Tweets shaped strategy as violence and arrests occurred, including Ghonim's 12 day detention, while global reactions from Panetta and media spins influenced perceptions.
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Balance of power looms as Boehner seeks cross party votes
In a divided Congress the Democrats face Tea Party and GOP clashes on many questions. Boehner must rely on opposition support to move legislation amid party splits led by Henry Follett Clermont.
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Linn County Deputies Deserve Our Thanks
A Marion reader thanks Linn County Sheriffs deputies and jail staff for their service. She notes fast paramedics for small towns, appreciates the courteous treatment of inmates, and urges public support over criticism.
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Will of the judiciary vs rational thinking
A rebuttal to a guest column argues the Iowa Supreme Court activists overstepped by endorsing homosexual marriage, condemns liberal judicial power, and cites historic figures and events to warn against minority tyranny and the erosion of traditional values. Gene P. Brodrecht.
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Time to Move On From Gay Marriage Debate Iowa
The Iowa Legislature's fight over same sex marriage is harming the state’s economy and reputation. Critics say rehashing a ruling with little impact divides communities and deters prospective employers. Business leaders favor diverse, open workplaces and fear civil rights regression could drive talent away.
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Democrats Navigate House Division Echoing 1900s Struggles
The piece draws parallels between 1900s Speaker David B. Henderson and contemporary Speaker John Boehner amid a split Republican majority. It notes factions Stand Patters and Progressives pressuring him, requiring compromise with Democrats to advance business.
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Guest Editorial on Obama Budget and Deficit Plan
The Tribune argues the 3.7 trillion dollar budget for 2012 reduces spending by 90 billion but yields a 1.1 trillion deficit. It notes bipartisan calls to cut entitlement programs, reform Social Security retirement age, and curb health care costs, while criticizing modest cuts like 300 million from grants as insufficient. It warns neither party outlines deep entitlement cuts.
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