Medicaid audit could shape Iowa campaign promises
The Gazette editorial urges prompt release of a state Medicaid privatization audit amid debate in the governor race. It notes rising per patient costs, unclear savings, and partisan framing, arguing voters deserve financial clarity before Election Day from Auditor Mary Mosiman’s review of the program serving 680,000 Iowans.
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Opinion Letter Slams Accusation Politicization of Justice
Arguing against judging by feelings, the writer defends due process and proof in high profile cases. He cites the Salem witch trials and McCarthy era, questions MeToo rhetoric, praises Senator Grassley, and lauds Iowa civility while condemning what he calls crude behavior by others. North Liberty reader Arleigh Clemens offers the critique.
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Elvis Last Days Play Off Broadway Explores His Final Hours
Lenore Skenazy notes a new off Broadway show by Mark Macias imagining Elvis Presley’s last days. It follows Elvis calling to his mother Priscilla and Ann-Margret amid fame, pills, and a dramatic comeback hint while avoiding graphic detail.
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Marion council seeks female Ward 1 appointee in vacancy
Marion City Council aims to fill Ward 1 vacancy left by Kim Etzel with a woman. Applicants must submit resumes by Oct. 11 and attend Oct. 18 meeting. petitions for a special election require 757 signatures, about 15 percent of 2016 turnout.
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