Redistricting dispute may push Iowa county maps review
Iowa counties Linn and Polk faced state rejection of supervisor maps seeking compact, fair districts. While Linn’s plan passed with bipartisan support, Polk’s revised map drew gerrymandering accusations. Secretary Schultz calls for process reform to curb partisan influence and consider LSA involvement.
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State Secretary of State
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Polk
Linn County
Linda Langston
Lu Barron
Langston
Mit
Cedar Rapids
Gary Jarvis
Secretary of State
County Elections
Matt Schultz
Legislative Services Agency
LSA
Letter writers urge tax relief and leadership for Cedar Rapids voters
A set of letters argues for lower fuel costs to stimulate spending, supports Ann Poe for Cedar Rapids City Council, and calls for U S aid reductions to Armenia. It cites oil price history and urges prioritizing roads and infrastructure while praising local candidate leadership and integrity.
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Keystone
Canada
Alaska
Ann Poe
Cedar Rapids
Ann
Cedar Rapidians
Biotechnology boosts Iowa economy and biosciences momentum
Tom Swegle of Iowa Biotech Association argues biotechnology strengthens the state economy beyond agriculture. He cites a Battelle Innovate Iowa report and calls for support to grow the biotech workforce, markets, and startup capital to sustain advances and save lives.
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Iowa
Battelle Memorial Institute/Innovate Iowa
Tom Swegle
Iowa Biotech Association
MedCara Pharmaceuticals LLC
Conrad
Fast and Furious scandal concerns persist despite silence
The letter accuses U.S. agencies of running an operation to smuggle guns into Mexico, causing deaths of a Border Patrol and an immigration agent along with hundreds of Mexican personnel. It alleges violations of U.S. law ITAR and questions lack of government consent, urging accountability from officials and media.
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ATF
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FBI
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U.S
Iowa
Nver
Mathis Seeks Iowa State Senate Seat for District 18
Eastern Iowa backs Liz Mathis as candidate with journalism and communication background. She has worked with child advocacy agencies and advocates stopping short changing education to improve the state’s schooling and serve all populations.
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Weiz
Wartburg College
Iowa
Liz
Liz Mathis
Why Iowa Leaders Fight for Caucus and First-in-Nation Status
Analysis of Iowa caucuses early role in 2012 campaign. Examines why parties fight to stay first, the money involved from Ames GOP Straw Poll and state GOP donors, and comparisons with other states. References figures from FEC filings and notable donors.
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Rick Perry
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