Failing Grade for Electoral College Calls for Overhaul
Theodore R Johnson argues the Electoral College is antiquated and unrepresentative in today’s democracy. He notes past misalignments between popular and electoral votes, endorses reform options like Maine Nebraska style allocation or proportional electors, and urges constitutional or bipartisan steps to empower the public while preserving protections. He highlights faithless electors limits and questions whether the nation is bold enough to reclaim the college.
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Community letter on fair input for Cedar Rapids casino
A reader agrees with Mary Turner from The Gazette to urge fairness in deciding a Cedar Rapids casino. They reference the Xtream Arena in Coralville and question whether an impact study was done on Cedar Rapids arena effects.
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Norman Sherman Finds Joy in Democratic Convention
The article portrays Norman Sherman's giddy reaction to the Democratic gathering praising Kamala Harris and Tim Walz, while he attacks Donald Trump and JD Vance and their Republican allies. His tone is relentlessly upbeat despite critical remarks about GOP figures.
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Harris keeps saying my values have not changed
The piece questions Senator Harris position shifts on fracking Medicare for all and immigration while noting a CNN interview in which she asserts her values remain the same amid criticism from liberal allies. It probes whether her public stance masks evolving policy views and aligns with figures like Sanders Ocasio Cortez and The Squad.
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For Trump boundaries don’t apply says Norman Sherman
Norman Sherman writes that Donald Trump disrespected fallen soldiers by posing at Arlington and violating cemetery rules. He recalls his brother Dave, a World War II hero, and condemns Trump for labeling the military as losers or suckers. Sherman, a Coralville political veteran, cites historical service figures and urges accountability.
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