Ideological versus Pragmatic Politics in 2016 GOP
Steffen Schmidt argues the GOP split between ideological and pragmatic forces shaped the 2016 race after Cruz and Kasich exited. He notes elites favored principles over winning, cites McGovern and Goldwater as cautionary pivots, and situates Trump as pragmatic, while Clinton’s New Democrats moved the party. He warns of a frozen GOP neglecting Hispanic Latinos, women, and blue-collar and youth voters.
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Community letters critique Cedar Rapids library tax plan
Readers debate funding for the Cedar Rapids Public Library after a levy defeat. The letters urge voter input and question the mayor’s funding approach and whether a stable long term plan exists. Additional commentary challenges views on gun violence and wage studies cited by local press.
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Iowa tax reform could boost growth say Tax Foundation
Jared Walczak argues Iowa's tax structure is complex unfair and costly to businesses. He cites high rates uneven property and sales tax pyramiding and costly compliance. The Tax Foundation offers reforms and a public discussion in a report with Future of Iowa Foundation.
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