Obama Returns to Iowa Rally On Brink of Nomination
Barack Obama, buoyed by Kentucky and Oregon results, returned to Des Moines to urge Iowans to back a new future for America. He spoke of change versus more of the same, rallying about 6,000 supporters at the Statehouse backdrop.
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Obama appearance sparks Des Moines primary coverage
Brief note directs readers to Gazette Online for coverage of Barack Obama’s appearance last night in Des Moines as Kentucky and Oregon primaries loom.
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Iowa superdelegates back Obama Clinton mix in 2008 vote
Iowa superdelegates are listed as backing Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton with many regional endorsers including Sen. Hillary Clinton supporters in Des Moines and Cedar Rapids. Not pledged is Sen. Tom Harkin. The slate includes Gov. Chet Culver Rep. Bruce Braley Rep. Dave Loebsack Scott Brennan Sarah Swisher Mike Fitzgerald Richard Machacek Leonard Boswell Mike Gronstal Sandy Opstvedt and Joe unknown.
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Infill Development Prompts Family Flooding Warning
The Wagner family near 818 Greenfield St NE warns that city led infill development causes flooding in their basement and yard. Christine Wagner cries when rain falls, highlighting concerns about nearby undeveloped parcels and drainage. The report frames a cautionary tale for neighbors considering growth plans at City Hall.
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Veteran Memorial Day Emcee Change in Cedar Rapids
Former TV host Cary J. Hahn will not emcee Cedar Rapids Memorial Day service due to equal time constraints with his primary race. KMRY 1450 consulted Lu Barron who declined to waive equal time. Peter Welch to lead the service at All Veterans Memorial Park.
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Comment on Belz Blog by Gazette Online Reporter
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Court ruling on paper money draws mixed reaction from blind advocates
A federal appeals court said indistinguishable paper money discriminates against the blind, prompting praise from some advocates for larger reforms and criticism from others who say changes are unnecessary. The decision could force Treasury to alter currency, though appeals are possible.
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