Arena deal raises questions over Cedar Rapids ice arena funding
Cedar Rapids approved moving $3 million from two city funds to cover a shortfall for the new ice arena and will loan $1 million from the risk management fund repaid over a decade or less from hotel tax. The missing money came from a $7 million Bluestem fund tied to landfills and closing costs, prompting concerns about future bond votes and public finance ethics.
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Lyle Hanson
Bluestem Solid Waste Agency
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Linn County
Bluestein
Hanson
Ole Munson
Midwest Contractor
Veterans Memorial Stadium
No Dove Hunt Debate in Iowa as Emotions Influence Policy
The article argues Iowa faces a science versus emotion clash over a proposed mourning dove hunt. Proponents cite hunting as cultural, while opponents say the bird is too small and unnecessary. It notes Gov. Tom Vilsack should veto the measure and cites legislative dynamics.
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Senate
McCain Feingold reform faces wary Senate Democrats
Voters see McCain Feingold as risky for Democrats who rely on soft money and labor union ads. John Samples argues Democrats may oppose the bill once aware of its consequences, fearing loss of soft money while unions and independent groups gain influence. Bush may push paycheck protection to align Democratic votes.
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John McCain
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Chuck Robb
Virginia
Robb
National Rifle Association
George Allen
Allen
NRA
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George W. Bush
Bush
McCain-Feingold
Bush policies spark clash over abortion rights and global trends
The piece argues that despite Bush's stance and the Reagan era gag rule, abortion rights have expanded globally while abortion rates fall. It notes opposition to the abortion pill and questions safety claims, contrasting politics with world women’s push for control over their bodies. It highlights figures like Tommy Thompson and Chris Smith in the debate.
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Chris Smith
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