Visionary Cedar Rapids bridge plan gains support
The Gazette endorses a 600 foot bike and pedestrian bridge replacing a collapsed railroad span linking Mount Trashmore to river trails. The project, part of Destination Cedar Rapids, aims to revitalize Cedar Lake and the east bank with a towered lighted design visible from Czech Village and NewBo. Estimated cost about 6 million.
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Cedar Rapids
Mount Trashmore
Czech Village
NewBo
Community Letters Question sidewalks and protests in Cedar Rapids
Readers weigh in on the May 31 article about sidewalks near Jefferson High School and city projects. A longtime neighbor opposes tree removal and new sidewalks citing tax waste, while praising sewer repairs. He warns cyclists ignore road rules and calls for stricter enforcement. The letter discusses national politics, protests, and urges a states rights convention to restore honesty in government.
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Second Street SE
Fourth Avenue SE
Trump Economy Fears Prompt Panic Over Tax Plan Risks
Harrop column warns investors and readers about a potential Trump presidency triggering fiscal crisis. It cites studies showing large tax cuts for the wealthy, deep middle class losses, and debt growth with cuts to science, infrastructure, and social programs. It recalls 2011 debt ceiling brinkmanship and stock losses, labeling many world leaders as wary of "Donald risk."
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America
U.S
Tax Policy Center
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CNN
What's wrong with Patty Judge in Iowa politics
Michael Luick-Thrams, an Independent candidate for U S Senate from Mason City, criticizes Patty Judge as an establishment ally who favors big business and farm interests, skewing Democratic support and policy toward elite special interests. He questions the party machinery, loyalty patterns, and liberal reform aims, urging Iowa to demand better leadership.
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Michael Lulck-Thrams
Mason City
U.S. Senate
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