World Environment Day Calls for Real Climate Action
Barbara Eckstein urges Earth Day attendees and Iowa residents to translate good intentions into deeds. She asks if readers have reduced driving, contacted legislators, or adopted energy efficiency upgrades. The column notes UN World Environment Day focus on restoring soils and preventing desertification and encouraging ongoing action at home.
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Community letter condemns Iowa Republicans attack on judiciary
In a May 31 letter, Jerry Harrington of Iowa City denounces Iowa Republicans for criticizing a New York Trump verdict. He praises the jury and court process, cites Sens. Grassley and Ernst and Gov. Reynolds, and warns voters to remember this in November.
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Politicized justice in Trump verdict sparks 1940s warning
Cal Thomas argues that Alvin Bragg and allies echo 1940 speech by Robert H. Jackson about prosecutors picking cases and targets. The column warns of a politicized justice system, noting Merchan, Colangelo, Soros backing, and a risk of retribution in GOP states.
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Early detection urged for Alzheimer's care and awareness
Guest column by Juliana Talarico stresses that timely diagnosis improves treatment options and planning for patients and families. She shares personal experience with her mother’s eight years of functioning under early detection, urges building healthcare infrastructure, and invites readers to visit alz.org/10signs or call 800 272 3900 for brain health resources during Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month.
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