McCain returns to Capitol Hill with call for bipartisan regular order
McCain spoke eloquently on the Senate floor eight days after brain cancer surgery urging colleagues to defy partisan brinkmanship. He urged cooperation, criticized “blood sport” politics, and noted Obamacare repeal debates as evidence of a stalled system.
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Community Letters Reflect on Trump Jamboree Speech and Iowa Budget
A reader laments President Trump’s remarks at the Boy Scout Jamboree criticizing media and boosting himself while underage scouts watched. Another letter criticizes Iowa legislators for budget cuts, pensions, mental health, and wage policy, urging nonharmful proposals. Robert J Boes from Ely comments.
The Sad Endgame in Charlie Gard Case
Charlie Gard, an 11 month old with a rare mitochondrial disorder, faced a failed bid for nucleoside therapy after UK courts ruled for withdrawal of life support. His parents urged treatment in the United States but medical experts concluded the child could not benefit. Charlie is nonresponsive and dependent on a ventilator, but he is deeply loved.
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ISU Koch Foundation funding sparks debate over independence
ISU plans to receive more than 3 million dollars from the Charles Koch Foundation to create an economic research unit. Critics fear external funding may influence research while supporters cite safeguards for independence. The Koch network funds hundreds of colleges and the debate in Iowa centers on research independence and funding transparency.
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