Editorial calls for detail on proposed Iowa sin tax plans
The Gazette argues for clear funding plans and measurable benefits before higher sin taxes are adopted. It notes proposals to increase cigarette and beer taxes, cites potential revenue and industry impact, and urges transparent use of funds with concrete evaluation metrics.
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American Heart Association
American Cancer Society
Iowa
Kim Reynolds
U.S
Chuck Grassley
Community Letters on Tax Transparency and Parenting Questions
Readers urge state laws requiring current tax returns for public office candidates, while a Cedar Rapids letter discusses gaps in parenting resources after St Luke's Mommy and Me classes ended. The author notes online tips lack face to face guidance and seeks more supportive, professional groups.
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United States
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Mommy & Me
Chris Dvorak
Cedar Rapids
Celebrate freedom to use marijuana and regulate it
Froma Harrop argues for legalization and decriminalization of drugs while urging responsible use. She praises personal freedom but warns marijuana should be regulated taxed and used with care mentioning alcohol as a comparison and noting dangers and legal limits.
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America
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Washington
Tina Caputo
California
Iowa City seeks wider clout as state lawmakers loom
Iowa City officials hire a lobbying firm with Des Moines ties to push 2018 legislative priorities. City leaders insist local control and sanctuary-city questions will test GOP and Democratic lawmakers, while residents debate the city’s liberal image and democracy in action.
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Des Moines
Iowa
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Jim Throgmorton
People’s Republic of
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Waukee
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Jim Carney
Johnson County Board of Supervisors
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