Culver challenges Branstad on 15 percent cut plan
Iowa Governor Chet Culver demands specifics from Terry Branstad on a proposed five year 15 percent spending cut while easing taxes for corporations and commercial property owners. Branstad campaign counters that Culver mismanages funds and calls for details on which programs would be cut. The rivals prepare for a third debate as campaigns tour college campuses and cue up sharp exchanges.
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Culver urged to return donor funds amid pay-for-play claims
Gov Chet Culver and former Gov Terry Branstad traded accusations Monday over contributors tied to taxpayer-funded Iowa projects. Culver campaign manager Donn Stanley called the criticism desperate while Branstad aides accused Culver of Illinois-style politics.
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FDA warns Wright County Egg to clean up or shut down
The FDA warned Wright County Egg owner Austin Jack De Coster to take prompt action to remove salmonella contamination after recalling hundreds of millions of eggs. A federal reinspect and possible seizure or closure could follow if corrective steps are not taken.
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State auditor candidates clash over partisanship
In Des Moines Republican David Vaudt defends a non partisanship driven approach to Iowa finance while Democrat Jon Murphy accuses him of political bias amid Branstad campaign ties. Murphy says the office has become politicized and vows to restore impartiality. Vaudt claims actions target state spending, not party aims, and stresses concern for Iowa’s future.
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Vaudt Profiles as Republican Iowa Auditor Candidate
David Vaudt age 56 of West Des Moines runs as Republican for Iowa state auditor. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Upper Iowa University and is married to Jeanie.
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Murphy for Iowa auditor candidate profile described
Jon Murphy age 40 of Des Moines runs as Democrat for state auditor citing need for proper finances. Former Iowa State University graduate and staffer to U S Representative Leonard Boswell, later Iowa liaison in Washington and stimulus program administrator.
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ISU flood repair costs could reach up to 50 million
Des Moines Register reports ISU plans to repair flood damage from June to August, with costs estimated at 40 to 50 million dollars. Hilton Coliseum and Scheman Building face major work, including a new 111000 dollar basketball floor and 250000 dollar scoreboard equipment. Federal aid may cover 75 percent, with 25 percent split by the university and state.
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