Iowa caucuses stay first in nation says party chairs
Jeff Kaufmann and Andy McGuire defend Iowa’s first-in-the-nation caucuses. They praise grass roots engagement, vetting candidates, and bipartisan collaboration on a Microsoft backed reporting app to speed results. They promise ongoing innovation and inclusive participation for the Feb. 1, 2016 caucuses.
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Letters to the Editor Reflect on Streets and Medicaid Debate
A Cedar Rapids reader praises sidewalk improvements while joking about Mount Trashmore’s rename. Another letter questions Iowa Medicaid privatization and cites fines against Amerigroup Wellcare and others. A University of Iowa alumnus defends J Bruce Harreld, urging faculty open mindedness and support for the president.
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Twisted social media and mass murder voices
Froma Harrop argues loneliness and hate in young men drive mass killings. Online communities amplify paranoia and glamorize killers, while accessible weapons and media attention fuel cycles. Real community and mental health support are needed to counter the trend.
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Domestic Violence Awareness Month Column Urges Action
Annie Tucker urges community action during Domestic Violence Awareness Month, noting domestic abuse affects all demographics. She cites Iowa City arrest and call data, praises proactive policing, and promotes the Pat Meyer Vision Award to honor local work ending domestic violence. Nominations due Oct 15 with awards Oct 29 at the Iowa City Public Library.
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