Grassley labeled as serving self over Iowans in column
Guest columnist Joe Bolkcom condemns Senator Chuck Grassley for a half century in Washington, asserting he represents Grassley not Iowans. He accuses Grassley of aiding big ag, hindering drug price negotiation, opposing ACA, shaping courts, and expanding the farm safety net while driving rural decline, then pledges Grassley’s role in Trump era nominations will worsen national safety. Bolkcom, former Iowa City state senator, argues Grassley speaks only for himself at 91.
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Community Letters Question Ernst Fear and Trump Derangement
A Jan 12 Gazette guest column by John S Westefeld questions Sen Joni Ernst may fear losing her seat more than adhering to principles. The writer cites a 2021 letter referencing Fear of Trump and Trump Derangement Syndrome and asks whether public misrepresentation of Biden's health and other claims have taken a psychological toll on critics. He urges following Iowa voters for meaningful change.
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Watch what lawmakers do after Election Day in Iowa
Rick Moyle argues Iowans must hold elected officials accountable after elections. He criticizes a legislature dominated by Republicans for weakening workers rights, cutting unemployment benefits, diverting funds from public schools, relaxing child labor penalties, and advancing administrative rules over legislation. He urges ongoing citizen engagement and cross‑aisle scrutiny. Moyle is executive director of the Hawkeye Area Labor Council AFL-CIO.
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Reynolds eyes ban on student cellphones in class
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds proposes a bill to require districts to remove phone distractions during instructional time with flexible policies and common sense exceptions for emergencies. She cites Pew data and Gen Z screen habit concerns, while critics push for broader mental health funding and services.
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