Trump photo op at Arlington sparks veteran ire and call to vote blue
Guest columnist Robin Cecil denounces Donald Trump for using Arlington National Cemetery for a photo op, accusing him of disrespect toward veterans. She recounts family ties to WWII fallen Leo V Hein and cites past insults to service members, urging readers to vote blue in November to defend democracy.
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Iowa Governor Skepticism on Federal Food Aid Sparks Petition
Community letter argues Gov. Reynolds rejected SNAP funding and pushed a boxed food plan, urging state participation in federal lunch programs. The Gazette notes 3,500 signatories requesting action, while food banks report rising demand and lower donations.
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Hersh Goldberg-Palin remembered by Chicago Jewish community
Cindy Sher honors Hersh Goldberg-Palin, a 23-year-old Israeli American hostage killed in Hamas attacks, and laments the loss of 11 months with hope for legacy through mitzvahs. She notes family grief, the hostages, and the broader war impact in a call to acts of kindness.
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Disaster prep must be front and center in national policy
Kelly McKinney argues that disaster response failures from Hurricane Andrew to Katrina and COVID-19 show lack of national coordination and leadership. He urges federal action, planning, and accountable, integrated efforts across government and private sectors ahead of the next catastrophe.
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