Victims shouldn’t pay for FEMA errors Editorial
The Gazette argues FEMA should absorb its own mistakes regarding 22 million in aid paid since 2005, not pursue repayment from disaster victims. It cites Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, and Coralville cases, notes residents like Justin Van Fleet, and urges lawmakers to approve Pryor’s bill to forgive or pause repayments before Memorial Day.
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U.S. Senate
Mark Pryor
Arkansas
Senate
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Is Journalism Dying or Alive Aboard the Victory Flight
A student entering the University of Iowa School of Journalism reflects on journalism's fate amid funding woes and social media. The piece argues the public still needs reporters and urges actions to improve outcomes rather than follow conventional rhetoric. A veteran writer recalls the World War II Victory Flight to Washington on April 26, praising the event, memorials, and organizers.
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America
Iowa
Washington, D.C
Hy-Vee
Corvette Club
Life as we knew it in the past compared to today
An elderly observer recalls social changes from fashion and technology to gender roles and media. They note shifts such as left and right marked socks, voice calls on small devices, teledramatic shows, lighter rape convictions, and political considerations. The piece reflects nostalgia for face to face chats and a simple garden home.
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Barry Bonds
Donald Trump
Opie
Andy Griffith
Maureen Kern
Cedar Rapids
GOP Hunk Trend? Exposed Republicans Go Nude in Media
The piece analyzes three nude or semi nude photos of Republicans Scott Brown Christopher Lee and Aaron Schock sparking debate about sexuality and power in politics. It portrays a macho GOP strain using physique exposure to attract attention while noting ethical contrasts among individuals.
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Cosmopolitan Magazine
Scott Brown
U.S
Massachusetts
Christopher Lee
New York State
Aaron Schock
Peoria
Ill
Huffington Post
Schock
Congress
Lee
House
Republican Party
April
Spirit of Keokuk County Rural Health Study Reflections
In Keokuk County, two community funerals at Sigourney High School honored victims of recent tragedies. The Keokuk County Rural Health Study, led by Dr. James A. Merchant, enrolled 20 percent of the county’s 10 500 residents and generated over 50 publications guiding rural health.
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Sigourney High School
University of Iowa
Iowa City
James A. Merchant
University of Iowa College of Public Health
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Uiowa
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