Shared Credit For Vilsack In Cato Ranking
Governor Tom Vilsack ties for eighth in a Cato Institute ranking of fiscal responsibility and ranks third among Democrats. The institute notes credit due to Republican lawmakers who blocked tax increases he proposed.
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Water fueled cars and generators offer clean energy path
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Nov 7 Election Reflections and Democratic Wakeup Call
Readers dispute Democratic understanding of Election Day 7 November and praise a Nov 12 guest column critiquing Republican overreach. The letters question taxpayer burdens, war, deficits, and defend civil rights while urging a sobering view of political power.
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Bush era Iraq study group eyes realist options
The piece outlines James Baker and Robert Gates returning to shape Iraq policy for George W. Bush, with a bipartisan study group chaired by Lee Hamilton weighing options. It notes no radical remakes, potential troop adjustments, and a push for an Iraqi reconciliation pact while urging cooperation with Iran and neighboring states.
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Riverside casino underperforms early in operation
Mixed reaction as Riverside casino draws about 83 percent of expected attendance over its first two months raising eyebrows among local officials. The report notes broader questions about regional gaming and local economic impact.
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