Iowa must protect conservation funding and clean water
Richard Leopold of the Iowa Environmental Council argues against major cuts in the 2006 budget that would reduce farm conservation, watershed work, waste water infrastructure, rural development and parks. He favors CSP and warns cuts could harm Iowa’s economy and health.
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Reader voices critique Social Security benefits and health care costs
A reader from Cedar Rapids argues Social Security delivers only 73 percent of promised benefits and questions who can be fired for it. The letter discusses rising health costs, drug prices, and tax policy, urging long term solutions over short sighted cuts.
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Eleanor Hearst
Cedar Rapids
No tax increase today means paying more tomorrow
A reader disputes tax policy and Governor Vilsack's budget plan, arguing against taxes while urging honest debate on cutting health care or raising funds. The letter references Iraq policy, GOP criticisms, Rep. Nussle remarks, and mid east fossil fuel considerations.
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Tom Vilsack
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