Iowa official condemns BDS and backs Israel trade protections
David Nadler argues Iowa should reject boycotts of Israel and support SF2281 HF2231 protecting companies exporting at least 40 million yearly to Israel. He criticizes BDS as antisemitic and calls for diplomacy and a two state solution while noting Iowa's leadership role in such efforts. Nadler identifies himself as Cedar Rapids lawyer and former Iowa City Jewish Federation president.
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Iowa Utilities Board Approves Texas Pipeline With Bond and Eminent Domain
A three person Iowa Utilities Board approved a Texas pipeline project across Iowa with a $250 000 surety bond and eminent domain rights. The plan includes electronic monitoring from Sugarland Texas and weekly flyovers. Opponents warn of potential nitrate and water contamination from leaks and tile lines.
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Mark Edwards Boone
Climate Change Perspective Amidst Long-Term Earth History
A brief note on how climate and planetary shifts occur over millions of years with short term fluctuations of little lasting impact. It urges focusing energy on present challenges rather than dwelling on broader uncertainties.
Islamic State recruiting analyzed by faith leaders
Kathleen Parker notes insights from Jessica Stern and Abdullah Antepli on how rhetoric by Obama and Trump fuels or hinders Islamic State recruitment. Antepli cites a de radicalization approach showing a young man bored by the extremist narrative.
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Iami Beach
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Donald Trump
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Trump
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Jessica Stern
Abdullah Antepli
Duke University
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Antepli
Iowa Supreme Court upholds openness in county reform case
The Iowa Supreme Court rule declares the administrator acted as a proxy supervisor in a Warren County plan to eliminate departments and keep deliberations secret. Four justices support openness, while three dissent, noting limits to open meetings rules. The ruling signals a broader push for transparency, though exceptions exist for confidential matters.
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Bruce Zager
Edward Mansfield
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