It's time to stand up to Donald Trump says Jeff Flake
U S Senator Jeff Flake, a Republican from Arizona, urges action against Trump in a Washington Post column. He recalls Joseph Welch's 1954 Army McCarthy moment and argues for conscience over party loyalty. Flake announces he will retire in January 2019 and dedicate his remaining term to principle.
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Readers urged to support Cedar Rapids candidate Keith Wiggins
In Cedar Rapids district five voters urged change in The Gazette letters praising Keith Wiggins. They allege the incumbent ignored residents and failed to explain a vote reversal. They urge listening leadership and question local spending and uptown developments.
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Library mixed use plan under fire in Marion Ward race
The Marion Ward 2 race centers on expanding the public library within a proposed mixed use retail and residential project at Marion Square. Candidates Pete Johnson and Steve Jensen differ on inclusion of a library in the development, with timelines unclear as plans evolve and a project update meeting scheduled.
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