Gazette Editorial Board Adopts Mission and Principles
The Gazette editorial board declares a formal mission to foster broad community dialogue across platforms and to advocate for open government, fiscal responsibility, regional economic development, and robust private investment in Eastern Iowa. The statement emphasizes First Amendment freedoms, watchdog governance, and reducing government barriers to growth.
Editorial Series Begins Endorsements for Nov. 2 Races
The Gazette Editorial Board announces a run of endorsements starting with governor race guidance on economic growth and job creation. It highlights outcomes based health care and education, regional diversity, efficient social services, public private partnerships, neighborhood vitality, responsible stewardship of resources and fair self-improvement opportunities.
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Iowa political letters urge support for Findley Schultz Jamison
Readers advocate for Brenna Findley as attorney general Matt Schultz for secretary of state and Dave Jamison for state treasurer citing taxpaying reforms and fiscal leadership. Other letters praise Rep Loebsack stance on trade and criticize Republicans for tax cuts, Social Security changes, and foreign policy.
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The Case for Play as Core Learning in Everyday Life
A reflection on how empty playgrounds signal not just missing children but a shift toward structured activities. Play teaches creativity, communication and self-control, forming the foundation for future learning and success, argues Amind quoting Hara Estroff Marano.
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Greyhound racing in Iowa faces decline and possible last lap
The Iowa scene shows animal groups opposing racing while tracks rely on subsidies. GREY2K USA notes national declines and closures, with Harrah's subsidies estimated at 140 million in slot and table revenue from 1995 to 2008. Lawmakers did not accept a 7 million annual deal to end live racing at Dubuque and Council Bluffs venues.
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