Trump must change course on trade war in Iowa
The Gazette editorial urges the Trump administration to pivot from a unilateral tariff path that harms Iowa farming. It cites Branstad praising the stance against China while warning soybeans and pork face falling prices and uncertain futures. It argues rejoining or pursuing multilateral deals could reduce damage to agriculture.
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Mike Pence
Rockwell Collins
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Pence
Asia
TPP
NAFTA
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Smoking law debate and borders trauma in Iowa letters
A July 6 column on Iowa smoking law questions libertarian limits and harm to others from secondhand smoke. A Cedar Rapids reader echoes concerns on liberty versus public health and recalls smoky classrooms. A second letter attacks abortion politics, cites 1500 daily preborn deaths, and condemns media and Planned Parenthood, urging better national conduct.
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Adam Sullivan
Iowa
Koch Brothers
Sullivan
Trump rhetoric and the harm to American brands abroad
Froma Harrop argues that Trump's insults and threats against foreigners cripple U S producers and taint the made in America label. She notes China Korea and allies respond with boycotts and trade wars while Trudeau and the EU seek fixes, stressing massive damage and needed repair to restore America's reputation.
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China
Washington
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Strawless Day hailed as civic spirit by Iowa preschoolers
In Liberty Iowa Mayor Jim Throgmorton proclaims Strawless Initiative Day after local preschoolers urge reduced straw use. The piece notes mixed impact of straw bans and lids, citing environmental concerns, questionable stats, and broader push to cut plastic. It applauds early civic engagement while warning on unintended consequences.
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