Medicaid wait in Iowa is unacceptable editorial
The Gazette editorial criticizes the two year plus delays for Iowa Medicaid waivers for disability services. It highlights Gauri McClure’s case, notes five year waits, cites budget cuts after privatized managed care, and supports HOPE program reforms to consolidate categories and speed access. Lawmakers should demand oversight and action.
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Emily Andersen
Andersen
Gauri McClure
Gauri
Karla McClure
Linn- Mar
Rural Iowans back Corkery over Hinson for safety and growth
A community letter declares Ashley Hinson favors the MAGA agenda and tax cuts for the top 1 percent, contrasting with Biden administration infrastructure gains in rural Iowa. The authors urge voters to support Sarah Corkery of Waterville on November 5, 2024, as the true voice for everyday Iowans.
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House of Representatives
Ashley Hinson
U.S
Hinson
Biden-Harris
British star Kirstie Allsopp under child protection probe
Lenore Skenazy argues that UK child protective services pursued routine concerns over Kirstie Allsopp allowing a 15 year old to travel inter railing with a friend who would be 16. The column defends parental judgment, cites independence laws, and calls for balanced oversight rather than overprotection.
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the World
Daily Mail
Cedar Rapids Educator Urges Renewal of PPEL Funds
Cindy Garlock, president of the Cedar Rapids Community School District Board of Education, writes to urge renewing the Physical Plant and Equipment Levy with no tax increase. She recalls 33 years teaching science and stresses modern facilities, ADA upgrades, safety, and updated technology for every student and school.
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Wilson Junior High
Taft
Kennedy High School
Cedar Rapids
PPEL
Kingston Stadium
Washington High School
Jefferson High School
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