Jenkins Blames Branstad For Iowa Economic Slump
Democratic challenger Lowell Jenkins accuses Gov. Terry Branstad of presiding over Iowa’s slowing economy. At a Cedar Rapids Airport news conference Jenkins cites delayed $105 million in local school payments and urges a bold program using bonds and taxes to raise up to $1.5 billion for economic development. He warns of potential across the board cuts if growth fails to materialize.
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U of I tops billion in research gifts grants and contracts
Iowa City University of Iowa officials announce more than 1 billion dollars in gifts grants and contracts over 20 years. President James O Freedman cites economic benefits and calls the school a great engine of economic activity. Most funds from NIH and NASA supported hydra ulics space physics education testing and medical sciences. Duane Spriestersbach credited for leadership.
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