Voter letters urge focus on issues over ads
The writer, Paul Rauch of Central City, criticizes Bruce Braley and Joni Ernst for negative campaign ads and costly elections. He urges candidates to spend the money on proposing plans to help the state and nation rather than promoting campaign messaging.
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Ken Rizer cited for leadership in Iowa House race
Letter writer praises Col. Ken Rizer Ret. for leadership and public service. He highlights Rizer’s Air Force Academy background, Iraq war service, and 25 years in uniform, now a nonprofit executive aiming for District 68 in Des Moines. Cedar Rapids resident endorses Rizer as poised and capable.
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Renewable energy priorities shape this election
The piece urges voters to consider climate and energy policy, citing fracking and water safety concerns. It endorses Bruce Braley Pat Murphy and Rob Hogg for offices and argues for renewable energy, water management, and energy efficiency. Nancy Sauerman writes on lieutenant governor debates and leadership.
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Candidates discuss GMO foods and Iowa leadership
A reader argues for proactive gubernatorial leadership in Iowa to meet changing economic conditions. The piece cites a meat plant closure over pink slime labeling, GMO export risks, and contrasts Ernst and Braley stances on Medicare Social Security unemployment minimum wage health care and climate change.
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Ernst proposal on Social Security control sparks debate
Senate candidate Joni Ernst suggests allowing workers to direct and privately invest Social Security contributions. Critics warn of risk to retirement funds and Wall Street manipulation, while supporters say federal management may be unsafe as past debt crises threatened Social Security payments. Rich Zeis Walker.
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Blum Endorsement Highlights Bipartisan Approach in Iowa Race
In the 1st Congressional District contest Pat Murphy and Rod Blum run on partisan lines but stress open dialogue. Blum advocates a bipartisan, comprehensive federal regulation review and a temporary moratorium while evaluating rules. He argues Democrats and Republicans can share credit for effective solutions benefiting the middle class.
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Loebsack Endorsement For Iowa 2nd District
The editorial endorses Dave Loebsack for another term in Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District. It lauds his bipartisanship, work on the Workforce Reinvestment Act sectors bill, defense committee insight, and education focus. It urges stronger leadership on transportation, renewable fuels, and regional issues while praising his track record.
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