Iowa should require helmets for riders under 18 on motorcycles
The Gazette argues for Iowa to revisit helmet rules for under 18 motorcycle riders amid safety data. It notes past fatality reductions after helmet repeal, cites NHTSA benefits, and urges a child helmet requirement to shield youth from head injuries and rising medical costs.
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Blair and Sarkozy reshape a postwar world view
Blair’s long term vision of international coalition and humanitarian intervention contrasts with Bush’s Iraq policy and Sarkozy’s independent path. Blair pressed for UN backing and climate aid while Sarkozy rejects the poodle label, forging a reformist France with Kouchner and Fillon.
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Liberal readers debate Bush 9/11 knowledge and blame
Letter writer questions Jonah Goldberg's data on liberals view of Bush. Argues few Democrats credit the President with planning 9/11, says liberals are rational when considering Iraq and the administration. Suggests paranoia may be healthy in a democracy amid government secrecy and Patriot Act concerns.
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Iowa lawmaker touts balanced budget and mother story clash
Senator Bob Dvorsky defends a productive 2007 session praising bipartisan budgeting and repayment of borrowed funds while criticizing a Gazette Mother's Day editorial as biased against traditional motherhood. He emphasizes growing rainy day funds and safeguarding services for Iowans.
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