Democrats urge bipartisan push for nuclear power expansion
The Gazette praises Iowa Democrats for rejecting stereotypes about nuclear energy and backing expansion. It highlights Rep. Phil Wise’s work to recruit lawmakers, argues nuclear power is safe, affordable, and key to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and urges Republicans and environmentalists to join the coalition for a stronger national program.
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Immigration reform fight shapes Bush's post election push
Washington clash over immigration shows House security caucus winning limits while Senate leadership pushes broader reform. Specter Warner Craig Cochran lead GOP moderates to protect funding and threaten a government shutdown. After November, McCain Martinez Hutchison Pence proposals merge border security with guest worker and limited citizenship paths.
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Public opinion on Bush presidency at midterm legacy
Reader column weighs Bush legacy in international affairs and compares with Clinton Reagan and Truman. Highlights potential shifts in terrorism progress and approval ratings. invites email responses to assess evolving views.
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Gun Violence Reaches Nickel Mines Tragedy in Amish School
The Washington Post editorial links the Nickel Mines Amish school shooting to a broader guns problem. It notes a 32 year old gunman used multiple firearms to kill three girls before killing himself, with eight others wounded. The piece urges Congress to tighten gun controls and criticizes gaps that allow easy access to weapons.
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