Hayek and Patel vie for Iowa City at large seats
The Gazette reviews two candidates for the Iowa City at large council seats. Mayor Matt Hayek highlights finances and efficient services while pushing tax prudence and strong university collaboration. Raj Patel, 20, brings energy and city knowledge from UI student government and business roots, backing job growth over tax hikes.
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Matt Hayek
Raj Patel
University of Iowa
Hayek
Iowa City
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Endorsements and guest columns for Iowa City council race
The Gazette Editorial Board announced endorsements for Tuesday's election with Friday publication for District A and at large posts. Jarrett Mitchell stands out for development and engagement, while Michelle Payne brings long public service and energy sector experience.
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the Gazette
Iowa City Council
Jarrett Mitchell
Michelle Payne
MidAmerican Energy
Letters on Local Politics and Campaign Support in Cedar Rapids
A barrage of letters argues over flood recovery funds and local elections in Cedar Rapids. Lisa Kuzela criticizes Ann Poe and Monica Vernon while endorsing Taylor Nelson Robby Robinson and Carl Cortez. Nancylee Ziese praises experienced female leaders. another writer lauds Taylor’s campaign presence and youthful energy.
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Ann Poe
Poe
Department of Housing and Urban Development
HUD
Iowa
Scott Olson
Monica Vernon
Vernon
Plaster Country Club Parkway
Skogman
Olson
Taylor Nelson
Robby Robinson
Carl Cortez
Lisa Kuzela
Cedar Rapids
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Amtrak Raises Age for Unaccompanied Minor Travel
Lenore Skenazy criticizes Amtrak for increasing the unaccompanied minor rule from 8 to 13 as of November 1, citing concerns about safety and customer friendliness. She contrasts past practices with the new policy and questions the rationale and effects on families and independence.
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Amtrak
Jeff Snowden
MSNBC
Fewer risks for smarter childhood development explored
Kamyar Enshayan discusses early childhood development and pesticide exposure. Studies show prenatal exposure to pesticides links to lower school age IQ, with lifelong societal costs. Steingraber argues for abolishing organophosphate pesticides and stronger public policies alongside visible conservation actions.
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T My University
College of Education
Ucation
Journal of Environmental Health Perspectives
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New York Times
Philip Landrigan
Sandra Steingraber
Elijah
Steingraber
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