Bigger than the shutdown editorial on climate crisis
Washington Post guest editorial argues the main issue is global warming and human-caused climate change. It notes record warm years since 2001, calls for cutting greenhouse gas emissions, and critiques the Trump administration’s climate policies and Paris Agreement withdrawal.
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Cedar Rapids council and school board seek input on school reorganization
Carlos W. Cortez argues the Cedar Rapids City Council should gain a say in the school board’s elementary school reorganization and suggests school board input be sought on city TIF decisions that affect school funding.
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Difficult to Reach Rep Blum Office in Washington
A Iowa resident complains that Rep Rod Blum's Washington office has a full voicemail and cannot accept messages. The caller urges Blum to listen to constituents and consider proposals for the district and nation.
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Republicans Fail Yet Again to End Shutdown Standoff
Republicans hold majorities in both chambers and the presidency yet fail to avert a government shutdown. Critics say GOP leadership cannot govern when faced with funding deadlines and partisan divides.
Bipartisan DACA proposal derailed by Trump chaos
Sen Durbin and Sen Graham crafted a DACA plan with Democratic backing to avert a shutdown. The GOP president torpedoed it at an infamous meeting, undermining bipartisan hopes and leaving Congress mired in a Republican-designed stalemate.
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Weyeneth’s unqualified rise exposes Trump drug policy office flaws
Kathleen Parker argues that 24 year old Weyeneth, deputy chief of staff in the Office of National Drug Control Policy, lacks qualifications and was placed through political handling. The piece suggests systemic issues in staffing, loyalty tests, and a revolving door as experienced figures depart amid an administration viewed as chaotic.
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Tax options spark Iowa tax debate and fee ideas
The Iowa debate over tax cuts vs higher revenue grows amid debt and service fears. Proposals include voluntary charitable income tax contributions and higher fees on camping licenses and utilities, with critics calling fees regressive but supporters urging revenue needed for services.
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