Reynolds poised to challenge Savage in Illinois primary
In Chicago's 2nd District race, Mel Reynolds seeks to unseat six-term incumbent Gus Savage. Reynolds, born in Mississippi and raised in Chicago, positions himself as a high-caliber alternative, arguing Savage tarnishes Congress with harassment claims and racist rhetoric while Reynolds promises a reformist, principled leadership.
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Editorials Hint At Branstad Move To End Budget Impasse
The Gazette editorial urges Gov. Terry Branstad to study and possibly veto the Legislature's supplemental spending plan to balance Iowa's current budget. It notes disagreements over sales taxes on business fees and a proposed van registration fee scale, while praising lawmakers for a timely compromise and urging bipartisan salvage of the package for the next fiscal year.
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PBS funding hold sparks debate over liberal bias
An anonymous bloc in the Senate imposes a hold on PBS funding amid accusations of liberal bias. Critics cite programs like Tongues Untied and a Nixon-era CPB shift as proof, while supporters argue for accountability and continued public service.
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Wicked realities haunt campaign rhetoric in cities and schools
Jeff Greenfield argues that violent crime and gun access overshadow political theater. He cites a Brooklyn high school shooting, a 12-year-old killer in Texas, and urban gun culture as unaddressed dangers. He recalls past ideas like using the National Guard to calm streets and questions bold policy that could reduce risk.
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Don't blame all officials for Iowa Trust scandal
Guest column by Larry R. Curtis Ames mayor argues against broad vilification of local officials over the Iowa Trust Fund collapse. He notes locals trusted city budgets balanced under state mandates and defends diligent city staff while calling for responsible investment scrutiny and continued local fiscal oversight. He adds that 44 Iowa cities invested, 908 did not, and criticizes tax freeze proposals affecting municipalities. Curtis, president of the League of Iowa Municipalities, emphasizes local accountability and funding needs.
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