Editorial: Home rule erosion harms local problem solving
The Gazette argues House 295 would erode local governments ability to address wages and local needs. It notes four Iowa counties would lose minimum wage increases while others face state caps on scheduling benefits and civil rights protections. The piece endorses indexing the wage and a patchwork approach over uniform inaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Johnson, Linn
Polk
Wapello
Black Hawk
Lee
Missouri
Minnesota
South Dakota
Community Letters on Trump Press Criticism and Accountability
David Kirchner from Vinton urges sending back Trump coverage and not amplifying his claims. He argues the press should report as they see fit, despite distractions from Trump and his supporters. He characterizes Trump as a divisive figure and criticizes current appointments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donald Trump
Vladimir Putin
FBI
James Comey
America
Trump
David Kirchner Vinton
Daylight saving time debate and immigration concerns examined
The column argues lawmakers should rollback daylight saving time due to health and lifestyle disruptions. It also reflects on American identity, immigration history, and current political tensions including anti Muslim incidents and online harassment.
Black community urged to back proactive policing over liberal framing
Walter Williams argues that proactive policing reduced crime in New York City and saved thousands of Black lives. He contends liberal opposition and civil rights critiques misrepresent racial crime dynamics and crime victims, urging Black communities to support police protection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York City
Manhattan Institute
Heather MacDonald
American Civil Liberties Union
U.S
MacDonald
U.S. Justice Department
San Francisco
Philadelphia
John R. Lott Jr
Carlisle E. Moody
Crime Prevention Research Center
Cannibalism studies tint casino bids for Cedar Rapids area
The Racing and Gaming Commission weighs small cannibalization estimates for Cedar Crossing central Wild Rose Cedar Crossing projects and rivals. Studies from TMG Christiansen Wells conflict with Union Marquette findings, while Riverside Prairie Meadows and Emmetsburg effects are debated.
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Cedar Crossing
Wild Rose Boutique
Wild Rose
Cedar Rapids Investment Group
Cedar Crossing Central
Racing and Gaming Commission
Cedar Rapids Group
TMG Consulting
Union Gaming
Marquette Advisors
Christiansen Capital Advisors
Wells Gaming Research
Wells
Christiansen
TMG
Competition Averse Commission
Riverside Casino & Golf Resort
Waterloo
Dubuque
Tama
Union
Marquette
Riverside
Linn County
Cedar Rapids
Wells Gaming
Greene County
Prairie Meadows
Emmetsburg
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