Energy Tree proposal over The Lens for Iowa City art
Ann Christenson of Iowa City urges adopting a Bristol style Energy Tree as public art for the pedestrian mall. She notes its solar leaves and power points, funded by donations and grants, with a design competition and student involvement. The proposal ties sustainability to local values and calls readers to contact City Council.
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Letters From Readers Question Grassley And Politics
Iowa readers critique Senator Grassley for not holding hearings on Supreme Court nominees and for partisan stances. A Marion letter urges citizen involvement while Cedar Rapids writer questions NSA and FBI roles in counterterrorism and calls for NSA reform or shutdown.
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Sanders must level with young voters after South Carolina loss
Froma Harrop assesses Bernie Sanders after a decisive South Carolina setback. He remains in the race, urging continuous turnout among young voters while noting that youth engagement has waned in past cycles. The piece contrasts Sanders’ appeal with Obama era dynamics and stresses long term voter involvement.
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Eyed lens sculpture vote sparks debate on Iowa City art
Local columnist Bob Elliott laments the City Council defeat of The Lens sculpture at Black Hawk Mini Park. He proposes honoring Iowa natives such as Van Allen, Kinnick, Grant Wood, Meredith Willson, Minnette Doderer, Irving Weber, Fred Penny, E F Lindquist and others with local public art.
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