Iowa House Democrats vow focus on disaster recovery in 2009
The Gazette notes Democrats who gained seats in the Iowa House plan to prioritize recovery from flooding and natural disasters in the 2009 session. They aim to establish a Rebuild Iowa Commission advisory panel and seek policy changes such as property tax relief, infrastructure tools, and state funding to bridge gaps beyond federal aid.
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Flood plains praised as best flood damage defense
State Sen Joe Bolkcom and Rob Hogg argue flood plains store peak flows and lessen flood damage while engineered structures may fail downstream. Rich Patterson counters that community organizers mobilize millions to work for a common good, knocking on doors and staying with strangers until polls close.
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Gazette Endorsement Sparks Civil Debate on McCain Obama
The Gazette favors John McCain citing policy analysis and argues Obama policies would worsen the economy. Readers counter with civil critique, noting media focus on race rather than character and values, urging balanced discussion without division.
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Flood recovery progress in downtown Cedar Rapids
A retrospective look at yesterday notes steady gains in Cedar Rapids downtown flood recovery. Officials report improved street access, more rebuilt storefronts, and ongoing debris clearance. Community groups describe cautious optimism as power and services stabilize city core.
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Vilsack as U.S. Agriculture Secretary Proposal Debated
A Gazette poll shows 44.3 percent behind and 37.1 percent voting for former Iowa Governor Tom Vilsack as a possible U S secretary of agriculture. Read comments from Marek Patejak of West Burlington and local readers weighing bailout concerns and fiscal policy.
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Call for Unity in Election of Best Leader Regardless of Color or Gender
The speaker urges the nation to unite behind the new president and Congress and to elect the best person for the job, not based on race or gender. They reference comments from the University of Iowa president about Obama and advocate focusing on qualifications and accomplishment.
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Obama’s Role in Rhee Reforms for Washington Schools
Washington post notes Michelle Rhee pushes no excuses reform in D C schools. she argues for performance based pay and local secession where teachers embrace accountability while obama’s stance could shape support or opposition amid union pressure and federal policy debates.
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