Afghan rivals push parallel government as U S warns
Abdullah supporters rally in Kabul demanding a parallel government after Ghani leads runoff with 56.44 percent. Kerry visits Kabul and warns extralegal power grabs will end U S and international aid. Abdullah calls for transparency while Ghani seeks unity and constitutional transfer.
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Branstad touts smaller government despite DAS concerns
Gov. Terry Branstad said the administration reduced executive branch state employees by over 1,000 since January 2011 and blocked 500 potential hires, claiming a 15 percent downsizing goal. The Legislative Services Agency analysis counters rising overall state expenditures and questions DAS outsourcing efficiency.
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Branstad backs regents on long overdue funding revamp
Iowa Governor Terry Branstad praised the Board of Regents for a long overdue overhaul of the three university funding formula. He urged leaving the decision to the regents while noting potential shifts to base on resident enrollment and performance metrics.
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