Can Iowa redraw its map with fewer than 99 counties
Thomas G. Ryan argues in favor of county consolidation in Iowa, weighing a plan to reduce 99 counties to about 50 by merging smaller units. He analyzes population, area, and long term viability considerations and notes potential political and logistical hurdles.
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Gephardt Cited as Caring Leader by Voter
A reader endorses Dick Gephardt praising his empathy for middle class families and commitment to health insurance prescription drug coverage and education. The letter contrasts Gephardt with George Bush and notes personal encounters reinforcing his readiness for the White House.
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Gephardt
Dean's health plan and leadership profiled in caucus letters
Readers praise Howard Dean as a candidate with a grass roots appeal and a record of health care expansion in Vermont. He extended coverage to nearly all children, reduced deficits and taxes, and engaged the NRA in environmental aims while guiding a broad, cross party appeal.
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National Rifle Association
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America
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