Johnson County Caseworkers Lose Jobs Spark Political Backlash
Johnson County Supervisor Kurt Michael Friese writes about mass layoffs of county mental health and disability caseworkers after private firms took over Medicaid management. He blames Governor Branstad and Republicans, notes the impact on 500 vulnerable residents, and urges workers to take action against Des Moines leadership.
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Des Moines
The Pocket Concept by Lance Gustafson
A community letter extols pockets as multifunctional and protective, noting security, warmth, and versatility across garments and items. The author argues pockets adapt to many forms from backpacks to wallets, comparing pockets to simple lockets and praising their utility. Cedar Rapids.
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Lance Gustafson
Cedar Rapids
Constitution mistakes and calls for legislative history review
A letter argues the U S is not a democracy citing Article IV. Section 4. It urges Congress to seek the constitutional history and for lawmakers to correct court decisions by legislation. The author proposes judicial scrutiny and public accountability to foster equal justice. Richard M Boalbey.
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United States
Union
Congress
Congressional Research Bureau
Supreme Court
Judiciary Committee
Richard M. Boalbey
Cedar Rapids
Make Iowa Great Again Education Fight Prompts Outcry
Dave Ameling of Ossian criticizes the Iowa GOP led Legislature claiming they refuse federal funds to preserve health care programs, cut education budgets, and push a religious ideology while arguing for continued education funding and Planned Parenthood support.
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Iowa
Planned Parenthood
Dave Ameling
Ossian
Parker warns Trump coverage fuels distrust in media
Kathleen Parker argues Trump’s first month exceeded expectations for supporters and frustrated opponents. She criticizes White House amateurs and ideologues, notes court setbacks on travel bans, and urges readers to trust responsible journalism while recognizing media flaws.
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Ashington
Donald Trump
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White House
Trump White House
Iowa lawmakers lurch as balance in state politics shifts
In a column, Todd Dorman critiques Iowa Republicans pushing rapid collective bargaining cuts and a federalized wage stance. He notes historic moderation fading as the House backs near total state control, with local safeguards weakened and debate polarized. The piece laments a half-over session with looming policy shifts.
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Bill Dix
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