Iowa considers 25 percent tax on adult entertainment
A proposed bill in the General Assembly would impose a 25 percent levy on adult enterprises including sale, lease, or rental of adult materials and related service fees and admission charges. Proponents cite behavior modification and potential $4 million annual revenue for Victim Compensation and domestic abuse services, while critics warn of enforcement challenges and first amendment concerns.
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General Assembly
Dick Taylor
Cedar Rapids
Iowa Local Government Innovation Fund backs 18 of 70 plus proposals
A committee shortlisted 18 of 70 applications for loans and grants totaling 975 thousand dollars for statewide projects. The tally leaves 52 proposals rejected so far while urging further exploration of shared services such as a regional fuel facility in Greene County and a citywide volunteer services center in Des Moines. The fund aims to spark best practice models across Iowa communities.
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Des Moines
Iran's Islamic democracy warned as clerical rule blocks reform
The piece argues Iran's theocratic constitution limits democracy by allowing unelected clerical bodies to veto laws and candidates. It notes Khatami's call for a democracy compatible with religious values, but cites the Council of Guardians blocking 2,500 candidates and reform parties boycotting the vote. It warns Iraqis about risks of clerical rule and stresses need for constitutional change.
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Mohammad Khatami
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Tehran
Paul Bremer
U.S
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Davos
Amana Culture Clash prompts letters on economic direction
A February front page debate on Amana Colonies growth centers on Amana Society Inc. leadership and land control. The letter writer argues for stronger guidance amid competing visions, noting losses from a stalled development package and calling for better leadership and local engagement.
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Amana (Church) Society
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Clear Creek Amana
Look beyond Edwards for vice presidential pick
The piece argues Kerry should be the presidential candidate with Bill Richardson as running mate. Richardson, a former congressman, U N ambassador and Energy secretary from the West and Latino, could solidify Latino support and deliver the Sun Belt while balancing regional and foreign policy credentials.
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John Edwards
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New Mexico
Bill Richardson
Edwards
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U.N
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Sun Belt
Bush style ignores facts and science says critic Pitts
Leonard Pitts Jr. argues in a January column that the Bush administration censors scientific findings that conflict with its ideology. The piece warns that placing ideology above reality risks harmful consequences.
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Leonard Pitts Jr
Bush
Pitts
Replace income tax with simpler, fairer system
Mass confusion over the tax code sparks a reform debate as plans range from a minor overhaul of the income tax to its complete abolition. Proponents call for a fair, simple, transparent system that any taxpayer can understand.
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