Iowa Senate Bipartisan Push for Minimum Wage Increase
The Gazette editorial urges Republican support for a phased raise from 7.25 to 8.75 dollars with 0.75 increases in 2015 and 2016. It argues a modest 1.50 increase over time, cites local wage data, compares neighboring states, and calls for periodic indexing of the minimum wage.
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Letters to the Editor on Iowa education funding and governance
Vicki Thompson of Cedar Rapids urges Iowa leaders to raise K 12 and public university funding, warns of brain drain, cites state spending gaps, and calls for action against the governor. The piece also criticizes climate coverage and advocates charter revocation as a tool to curb corporate influence.
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Brownback order sparks LGBT protections clash in Kansas
Mary Sanchez argues Gov. Sam Brownback deploys an executive order rolling back protections for LGBT state workers amid fiscal strains and education funding fights. She notes broader shifts in Republican attitudes and rising national momentum for equality, urging focus on deeper policy issues.
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Editorial Guidelines for Letters to the Editor
The Gazette invites readers to submit letters to the editor. Include your name and contact details. Email editorial thegazette com or mail to Box 511 Cedar Rapids IA for publication consideration. Questions may be directed to 319 398 8469.
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Escalation Thought Experiment Hits Ukraine Debate
In a guest column Dennis Lamb argues that pressuring Obama to arm Ukraine risks a broader war with Russia. He cites Merkel and Paris as opposing arming Kiev, notes Crimea’s status, and warns misreading Moscow’s resolve. Lamb, a retired CIA officer, states views are personal.
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