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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 2007
Page
2
James Q. Lynch outlines that 2007 could be pivotal for workers in Iowa with a planned minimum wage increase. He notes a Democratic majority facing tough fights to restore labor allies and potentially repeal Iowa's right to work law amid shifting political dynamics.
In a Sunday briefing, Democrats push a fair share service fee requiring nonunion workers to fund unions for representation and grievance services. Rants notes secrecy in the framing and predicts legislative effort to pass the measure despite objections.
The discussion centers on non-union workers paying a fair share service fee for union-negotiated contracts. Arguments cite benefits from union representation, while opponents push back against fees for non-members. Outlook remains unclear amid partisan opposition and labor pressure.
The Gazette notes a health scare in 2003 and explains designated drivers helped prevent tragedy as 2007 began. NHTSA GHSA IACP and MADD estimate over 500 deaths from December 18 to 31 involving drivers with 0.08+ blood alcohol.
The Pentagon reports at least 3,000 American military deaths in Iraq since the 2003 invasion. The tally comes amid a period of intense violence and a White House push to reset strategy in an unpopular war.
The GazetteOnline report notes widespread mourning for Saddam Hussein as GOP senators question President Bush. Amid public discontent, Democrats win control of the new Congress, pledging focus on the war and Bush's conduct. The piece contrasts Iraq casualties with Vietnam and past wars.
Sarah Conway Wargin Wilkins born March 27 1899 and Meta Ilten born September 7 1900 are among Iowa’s 20 three century centenarians. They describe daily aspirin routine and long lives shaped by memories from Harpers Ferry and Cedar Rapids while nursing home care handles deafness vision loss and reduced mobility. The piece notes Iowa had 772 centenarians in May and reflects on century-spanning experiences.
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