Freedom Fades on Aroma Ban Debate at Iowa House
In 1991 at the Iowa Statehouse a fight over a proposed ban on scented products unfolds. SAAP advocates claim perfumes harm breathing, citing a elevator tale to push lawmakers. Despite public opposition, both chambers pass the measure and the governor signs it. Robert M. L. Johnson, ex-legislator, sits on Cedar Rapids Airport Commission.
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Iowa not everyone youth advice sparks columnist debate
A reader praises Donald Kaul’s column urging Iowa youths to pursue ambitions beyond fear of failure. He critiques the idea of moving to bigger cities, defends Iowa, and argues that fear of failure can drive success while warning against state reliance on welfare systems. He cites General Gavin and reflects on regional pride and self reliance.
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Kaul
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Dan Langfield Seeks Iowa Youth as Asset and Travel Role Model
Cedar Rapids executive Dan Langfield of the Linn County Medical Society extols Iowa youths as intelligent, educated, and our greatest asset. He urges young people to travel, seek new places, and experience broader horizons while warning against urban smugness and preserving state pride.
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Linn County Medical Society
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Right Carl Kane Off-markology in sports reporting
A critique of sports writers misusing medical terms in drug related cases. The piece notes errors like equating ideology with etiology and highlights confusion over terms such as cocaine intoxication and coma causes. It cites Don Rogers's death and quotes reporters mislabeling causes.
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