Iowa outdoor recreation vision vs water pollution critique
Guest column by David Thoreson argues Iowa could become a top outdoor recreation state if water pollution from industrial agriculture is addressed. He cites political drift on clean water, cites the 2010 Outdoor Recreation Trust Fund, and notes an $8 billion recreational economy with extensive trails and cycling activity, urging a shift toward nature and funding. Independence Day 2025, THORESON, PAGE 100.
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Iowa
Kim Reynolds
Todd Dorman
Dorman
Mike Naig
Big Ag
Iowa Bicycle Coalition
Iowa Capital Dispatch
Deportation of West Liberty Man Prompts Sad Debate
Althea Cole argues the July 4 deportation of Pascual Pedro, a Guatemalan national and former West Liberty resident, was sad but lawful. Pedro, 20, lived with grandparents seven years, attended West Liberty High School, worked for the family siding company, and had supervised release with no criminal record. Supporters claim due process was denied. critics cite immigration system flaws. The piece references Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s case as context for the debate over due process.
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West Liberty
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Guatemala
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Pascual Pedro Pedro
West Liberty High School
Kilmar Abrego Garcia
Maryland
Linn-Mar school board rejects removing gender identity policy clue
Linn-Mar school board unanimously refuses to preemptively strike gender identity language from discrimination policies amid a state law shift and Trump orders. Melissa Walker argues the move undermines district integrity and safety efforts. officials foresee potential lawsuits and public backlash.
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Melissa Walker
the Gazette
Grace King
Hellfire
Brimstone
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