Nussle Seen as Budget Expert for Key Senate Hurdle
Nussle, touted as well versed in the budget, would oversee details of the annual 2.9 trillion federal budget if confirmed. Republicans praise his restraint views on spending while Democrats flag the tougher climate under a Democratic Congress.
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Nussle profile outlines education and political ascent
Age 46 holds a BA in political science and economics from Luther College Decorah and a JD from Drake University Des Moines He served as Delaware County attorney before winning a U S House seat in 1990 and chaired the House Budget Committee for three terms He left Congress after an unsuccessful governor bid last year He and his wife Karen have two children Sarah and Mark.
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Finalists Pace Campus Talks as Regents Seek Consensus
Al Furmanski and fellow finalist Philip Furmanski faced unreachable messages after campus visits. Furmanski, Rutgers executive VP for academic affairs, was top UI faculty and student pick alongside Mason in a presidential search report. Regents met four hours in a closed session to discuss candidates amid no firm consensus.
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Iowa lawmakers react to Nussle White House budget post
Iowa senators Grassley and Harkin back Jim Nussle for budget director noting toughness and subject mastery. Representatives Braley Loeffler Boswell King praise experience and bipartisanship as Culver and party officials comment on the nomination and salary.
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Iowality Petition Drives Vote On 21-Only Ordinance At Iowa City
Citizens led a spring petition driving council action on a 21-only alcohol rule for bars near the University of Iowa. Council split on adopting the ordinance or sending it to voters in the November election. US Student Government President Barrett Anderson opposes the measure and urges student turnout.
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Studies trialing therapies in smaller hospitals expand real world focus
Oren notes expanding trials to average patients and varied settings to show what works best in real world care. Jean Shirsky of AHRQ emphasizes understanding outcomes across sites. NIH funds many trials including Mercy. heart disease remains a major trial topic with 2430 under way. Risks include unpleasant or life threatening side effects. participation isn’t for everyone. Patients may gain early access to new treatments.
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Mercy Hospital trial boosts patient hope and staff insight
A Mercy cardiologist recruits for NIH and other sponsor studies, offering free participation and travel reimbursements. Nurses Carla Pies, Becky Crane, and Amy Becker assist, while patient Steele’s wife notes noticeable improvement after initial injections, sparking optimism about therapies likely to become standard care. Contact details for Cindy Hadish provided.
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