Town halls and accountability in Iowa politics
The Gazette editorial urges Congress to hold in person town halls as a duty of elected officials. It cites Grassley facing voter questions in Hampton amid funding cuts and a Trump Musk led slash of federal programs. It defends town halls against claims of paid protest and urges other Iowa lawmakers to engage with constituents.
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Opinion Letter Criticizes IEDA Funding Cut for Four Iowa Counties
Scott Byram argues in The Gazette that a Republican bill to end SEDA funding for Linn Johnson Polk and Scott counties for three years would harm the state. He contends the four counties generate a large share of population revenues and output yet receive a small portion of IECA funding and urges support for broader funding.
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Education then and now on did I my ancestors and the DOE
Cal Thomas argues education has declined since federal involvement grew after the creation of the Department of Education. He recalls cheaper tuition, personal loan repayment, and a public school basics focus. He cites Gallup satisfaction, Illinois home schooling bills, and high per pupil spending with stagnant achievement, urging reform and smaller government.
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Bruce Lear urges bipartisan action to save the republic
A guest column by Bruce Lear argues Congress must return to governing, urges Democrats to articulate a distinct vision, criticizes executive overreach, warns against perpetual campaigning, and calls for bi partisan compromise to preserve the republic. Lear notes the need for active town halls, accountable leadership, and measured policy over slogans.
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