Florence flood reflections urge wiser rebuilt future
A guest editorial argues hurricane Florence shows the need to rethink rebuilding after floods. It critiques the federal flood insurance program for underpricing risk, cites repeated losses in Texas and coastal North Carolina, and urges state action to curb development in flood prone areas. It notes sea level rise projections and political resistance to forecasts in Carolina coastal planning.
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Community Letters on Grassley Ford Kavanaugh Debate
Iowa readers express concern over Senator Grassley testimony fairness and lack of FBI review in Ford Kavanaugh case. Letter links to Anita Hill inquiry and argues for women’s safety and credibility amid national political pressure. Also mentions Eastern Iowa Honor Flight and praise for veterans’ volunteers and organizers.
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Graham as Jiminy Cricket in Kavanaugh hearings
Kathleen Parker portrays Senator Lindsey Graham as a forceful, entertaining advocate for reform during the Kavanaugh confirmation hearings. The column contrasts Graham’s blunt stance with Flake’s late shift and Democratic maneuvers, praising Graham as a necessary human truth-teller amid partisan clashes at the Judiciary Committee.
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Viking Cruises back on track to reach Mississippi River
Viking Cruises aims to bring large river ships to the upper Mississippi from St. Louis to St. Paul with eight stops including Burlington Davenport and Dubuque. The plan uses Edison Chouest yards in Louisiana and local port upgrades to meet U S Passenger Vessel Services Act rules. The venture could boost Iowa tourism while critics call for reform of century old laws.
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