Greener cars and homegrown energy for lower CO2
Paul Forbes argues for higher fuel economy and hydrogen options to curb car CO2. He notes flat standards, SUV growth, and subsidies for fossil fuels, urging support for Elio Motors and domestic tech via the DOE loan program to cut oil imports and emissions.
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Sing
U.S
United States
Tesla
Elio Motors
Department of Energy
Advanced Technology Vehicles
Elio
Readers call for mall security overhaul over shooting
A Coral Ridge Mall shooting link prompts a letter demanding firing of the contracted security firm and stricter access rules. A Boone reader warns about nitrate contamination and asks if the plan funds water treatment for affected counties. An Iowa City resident argues climate change requires urgent political accountability and action.
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Coral Ridge
LeRoy Crook
West Liberty
Trans fat ban risks broader government control of food
David Harsanyi argues the FDA ban on trans fats may set a precedent for regulating healthful ingredients and expanding government intrusion. He notes declines in trans fat intake, questions the mortality impact, and warns of lawsuits and new regulations shaping what Americans can eat. He cites the CDC and AHA and contrasts deaths from heart disease with potential policy effects.
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Food and Drug Administration
FDA
America
Centers For Disease Control and Prevention
Baylen Linekin
Keep Food Legal Foundation
American Heart Association
AHA
Obama
Mindful scheduling to honor diverse religious holy days
Norton urges local groups to check major religious holy days before planning events. She cites Yom Kippur and Rosh Hashana as causing conflicts and describes a community effort listing holy days through 2018 on the Iowa City CVB site to boost inclusion and turnout. Carrie Z Norton promotes better recognition, inclusion, and respect across faith communities.
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New York City
Bill de Blasio
Arts and Diversity Focus
Jeff Portman
Alan Witliss
Iowa City
Coralville Area
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Signe Wilkinson
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David Harsanyi
the Federalist
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Thefederalist.com
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Carrie Z. Norton
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