Stop Trump and Musk in Iowa, authors warn in op ed
Matt Russell and Robert Leonard argue in a Iowa Writers' Collaborative piece that Trump and Musk threaten democracy, rule of law, and free press. They urge residents to press Republican leaders, fund watchdog groups, and defend institutions against autocratic tactics.
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Iowa ESA funding debate sparks 44 percent figure claim
The piece argues that per pupil state aid for ESAs and public schools is calculated differently, inflating the private voucher rise to 44 percent while public school funding grows about 2 percent. It notes 2023-24 ESA costs of $128 million, 2024-25 about $218 million, and projected 2025-26 around $314 million with roughly 39,415 students. It cautions both chambers must agree on a final aid rate, with overall state funding favoring public schools.
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