Editorial: Culver Should Not Have Struck AFSCME Deal
The Gazette argues Gov Culver overstepped by approving a two year AFSCME contract before Branstad takes office. The piece says Branstad should shape the pact, cites budget reform aims, and warns of tougher choices and possible layoffs. It notes wage steps and calls for progress aligned with voters’ mandate.
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Iowa
Chet Culver
Culver
Terry Branstad
American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees
Afscme
Branstad
Tom Vilsack
SCME
Reader letter salutes Medal of Honor recipient Salvatore Giunta in Iowa
A letter from an Iowa reader praises Salvatore Giunta for receiving the Medal of Honor and urges pride in veterans. It discusses speeding ticket reform, health care policy ideas, and the importance of civil rights, referencing Iowa Supreme Court decisions and national politicians.
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Elizabeth Matus
Iowa
Supreme Court
Midwest
Harkin
Obama
Chuck Grassley
Congress
Grassley
Why Giunta The Medal Of Honor Soldier Deserved More Help
Retired generals Scales and van Riper argue that Staff Sergeant Salvatore Giunta faced a fair fight in Afghanistan echoing Vietnam era dangers. They urge better body armor and ground-force support to prevent infantry squads from being outgunned and surprised by insurgents in rugged terrain.
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Iowa
Hiawatha
Salvatore Giunta
Towa
Yeecide
Robert H. Scales
Paul van Ripere
Vietnam
Giunta
Baghdad
Help is Coming for Senior Scammers This Holiday Season
Iowa officials push patient screening for elder financial abuse as scammers adapt for holidays. Experts warn one in five adults over 65 has been victim, with 2.5 billion swindled yearly. Doctors may help detect and prevent fraud through new educational materials.
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Iowa
Iowa Insurance Division
Tom Alger
Alger
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