Ernst urged to defend Paris climate pact for Iowa and nation
Jonathan Freeman urges Sen. Joni Ernst to back the Paris Agreement against the Trump administration. The piece argues U S leadership on climate reduces security risks, strengthens rural economies, and aligns with NFU calls to maintain engagement, highlighting farms and clean energy growth. Freeman notes NFU letters and Ernsts role on energy issues.
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Grassley calls 70,000 Iowans unable to buy health insurance
In a pointed Community Letters piece Alan and Pat Jensen of Cedar Rapids argue Grassley frames 70 000 Iowans lacking coverage as a sign of Obamacare failure. They predict his vote will leave 23 million more uninsured and question Iowa values.
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Trump faces NATO breach and Iowa's governor succession clash
The article notes President Donald Trump appearing boastful at a NATO photo op and the Iowa governor Reynolds swearing in as the 48th governor, with debate over appointing a lieutenant governor. Attorney General Miller’s opinions spark controversy about succession, prompting a plan to pursue a constitutional amendment when the Legislature reconvenes.
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Treating terrorism as normal worsens responses after attacks
The column argues against panicking after Islamist violence and cautions that normalizing terrorism risks weakening society's resolve. It contrasts US and European debates on extremism, noting political motives and the need for a decisive, proportional response to terror events.
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