Turning the Tide on Virgin Plastics Tax in Congress and California
A Washington Post guest editorial argues virgin plastics tax as an urgent step to curb ocean trash. It notes 8 million tons entering oceans yearly, the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, and low recycling rates. Proposals in House Democrats and Senator Whitehouse plans aim to fund conservation, with critics warning of regressivity.
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Community letter urges voting reform and SR1 vote
Lifelong Catholic voter Jim Berger cites church divisions while urging support for SR1 and the For the People Act. Pat Bowen in Iowa City calls on readers to contact senators to end the filibuster and back national voting standards for fair, safe ballots.
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Jim Berger
Cedar Rapids
SR1
Pat Bowen
Iowa City
Supreme Court backs athletes against NCAA pay cap
Helaine Olen notes the Supreme Court ruled the NCAA limit on education-related benefits violates federal antitrust law. Justices say caps on textbooks and computer reimbursements depress compensation for student athletes. The opinion signals a wider shift in views on work value and worker rights.
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Wally Taylor defends WOTUS against Republican claims
Wally Taylor argues Republicans misrepresent the Waters of the United States rule known as WOTUS. He notes the rule followed Supreme Court guidance on significant nexus, involved scientific review, and included extensive public input. Taylor emphasizes agriculture exemptions and urges support for science based water quality efforts in Iowa.
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