Right to strike debate in Iowa editorial stance
The editorial opposes granting public employees the right to strike in Iowa. It cites Rep. Roger Halvorson’s proposal to allow strikes for teachers while exempting police and fire, arguing strikes harm students and public service, and urges fixing the bargaining law instead of expanding strike rights. It notes past arbitration efforts and a pending Iowa Supreme Court case.
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Roger Halvorson
Monona
Iowa
Halvorson
Terry Branstad
Iowa Supreme Court
Rep
Syndicates eye multi million Virginia lottery jackpots
Report says a thousand investors bought millions of Virginia lottery tickets for the recent 27 million drawing. A second group reportedly failed to purchase all 7.1 million combinations by February 15. Even if a jackpot is won or shared, payouts are spread over 20 years.
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Virginia
America
Gun permit publication debate in Iowa echoes privacy vs public safety
Dennis L. Smith argues that requiring sheriffs to publish handgun permit applicants helps public health and safety. He contends the Constitution offers no unlimited privacy right in firearm ownership and notes FBI data on justifiable handgun homicides. He says public scrutiny could deter crime and promote responsible ownership.
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Dennis L. Smith
Minnette Doderer
United States
FBI Uniform Crime Reports
Ammo for police only sparks reader letter
A reader thanks the Gazette for reporting on a bill restricting sale of rubber buckshot ammunition to law enforcement. The letter argues the munition is meant to stun suspects and scare criminals, notes the need for police department authorization, and claims academic access to the chemical powder. Matt Flaharty signs from Marion.
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Statehouse
Matt Flaharty
Highview
Marion
Industry Must Be Revived to Save People and Jobs
A bold warning argues that extreme protection for wildlife such as spotted owls and snail darters harms human needs. The author insists industry, jobs, and productive capacity are essential for survival and laments a shift toward anti industrial policy.
Readers debate Black History Month and cultural education
In letters to the editor Debra Everly questions the fairness of a Black History Month while calling for ongoing profiles of diverse achievers. R L ODonnell suggests alternate cultural history months to promote inclusion and understanding.
Wake up voting fish of America and elect by ideas
Gary L. Roberts of Toddville warns against politicians and the lure of promises. He urges voters to support ballot ideas over candidates, condemns deficits and outsourcing, and calls for changes to preserve America’s economic and national pride. He mentions Kuwait and patriotism as core concerns.
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America
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Senece of Directors
Joe Hladky III
Ken Slaughter
Dale Larson
Kerry Elsen
Mark Bowden
November First Coalition
University of Towa
the Gazette
Lisa Ann Williamson
The
Gazette
Debra Everly
40Th St. Dr
R. L. O'Donnell
Seventh Ave. SE
Kuwait
USA
Gary L. Roberts
Toddville
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