Editorial: Citizens United ruling prompts calls for disclosure
The Gazette critiques the Supreme Court decision expanding corporate political spending and urges clearer disclosure. It notes proposed federal reporting rules to the FEC and warns Iowa regulators about tracking flows from corporate ads to campaigns. It advocates closing gaps in state disclosure laws and restricting coordination between candidates and groups.
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Residents rail at library site plan and highway fixes in Cedar Rapids
Letters critique proposed demolition of Gazette offices and nearby landmarks to build a new city library. Writers urge using surface lots and criticize road funding, highway work, port-au-prince rebuilding, and traffic cameras while denouncing bilingual signage and national politics.
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Free Time movement fuels a midlife pivot and a long road back
A narrator recounts awakening at 62 to join the Free Time movement amid personal and financial collapse. He reflects on parties, prostate exams, and conspiracy talk while weighing a return to teaching and family responsibilities against public notoriety. Contact the writer phc mpr.org.
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Editorial critique of Iraq election bias and candidate bans
Guest editorial argues the March 7 vote is becoming a sectarian contest driven by Shiite parties and the ban of Baath Party members. It questions the Accountability and Justice Committee led by Ahmad Chalabi for politicized vetting and potential conflicts of interest, urging fair review and credible elections with broader Sunni inclusion.
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