Editorial: Johnson County must refund mischarged property taxes
The Gazette urges the Johnson County Supervisors to refund or credit about 5000 dollars overcharged to Iowa City resident Jean Fisher and a further 25000 dollars for Verizon Wireless after a tax assessment error. An honest mistake switched a monopole site from residential to commercial, unfairly boosting taxes. The editorial calls for correcting the error and crediting affected accounts.
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Readers warn about capitalized interest in Iowa student loans
A Cedar Rapids reader argues Iowa student loans accrue interest during deferment, adding to principal and compounding debt. The letter cites a graduate with about 90 000 dollars debt rising to 120 000 dollars after six years and links defaults to high payments and insufficient income.
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Guest column defends Obama record and Prospect Meadows debate
Neal Baty critiques a proposed Prospect Meadows field as wasteful land use. The piece lauds President Obama’s actions including auto industry bailout, stimulus, Obamacare, Wall Street regulation, START, coalitions for energy, and job creation. It notes Republican opposition and honors Obama’s legacy as the nation nears milestones.
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Iowa GOP Straw Poll and Fox Debate Draw Sparse Early Interest
Iowa Republicans scramble as the August Straw Poll struggles with low commitment from Huckabee Bush and Rubio and a capped Fox News debate at ten candidates. Bernie Sanders draws crowds in Kensett while Clinton builds momentum with planned Iowa events. The piece questions the value of a “fake vote” and suggests dropping the poll.
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