Grassley for Senate in Iowa gains editorial support
The Gazette endorses Chuck Grassley for a sixth Senate term, praising his watchdog record on taxpayer dollars and commitment to private business and agriculture. The editorial notes Grassley's influence on health care reform and financial regulation while acknowledging opposition claims of coziness with Wall Street and big donors.
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Endorsement schedule for Grassley and races
The Gazette Editorial Board outlines endorsements for the Nov 2 election with picks in the U.S. Senate and congressional races. It notes Grassley’s investigations of pharmaceutical and financial regulators and calls for him to maintain his watchdog role amid political polarization.
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Iowa's Water and Land Legacy Amendment advocates urge Yes vote
Readers urged to vote Yes on November 2 for a permanent revenue source to finance soil conservation and wetlands projects, support parks and trails, and protect land and clean water. Letters laud Gov Culver’s economic growth efforts and urge reelection, noting unemployment and business investments in Iowa.
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The Campaign Speech Delivers a Harsh Echo
Kathleen Parker criticizes the polarized campaign scene as analysts note elite versus ordinary American rifts. She points to Christine O'Donnell and Chris Coons in a debate over beards, Marxism, and evolution, while MTV town halls and a Hicks casting call illustrate media theatrics.
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Teens and bullying push to purple on national day
A Cedar Rapids report notes teens face harassment over sexuality race and appearance with many turning to suicide. A candlelight vigil at Hamburger Marys gathers hundreds as families and communities seek to curb cruelty and support affected youths.
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