Iowa faces questions over Orascom plant and vast incentives
The Gazette editors urge accountability and debate over the Orascom Construction plan to build a 1.4 billion fertilizer plant in Lee County Iowa. They note state tax breaks of 110 million and Lee County 133 million, plus 360 million in interest savings, creating 165 jobs. They urge limits and discuss executive power in awarding incentives and tax reform as possible cures or continuations of a development arms race.
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Politician Promises 139000 Jobs for Iowa Aims
Reader questions whether Mitt Romney's 139000 job pledge is new or a credit to Branstad's prior 200000 promise. The letter also argues for stricter driving laws and criticizes politicians on pro life, war, and media bias. Letters cover local traffic, school zones, and national policy debates.
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LeFebure Seeks Iowa House Seat Des Moines District 70
A Cedar Rapids supporter urges voters to back LeFebure for Iowa House District 70. The advocate cites LeFebure’s initiative, stamina, small business background, and passion for technology and science as reasons he would be an effective representative.
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Romney Positions and Precedents Defy Clear Belief
The piece argues Mitt Romney’s stance on Obamacare, pre existing conditions, and tax loopholes fluctuates with campaign strategy. It notes shifting lines on coverage denials and a federal ban, plus ambivalence on sequester, military spending, and who benefits from tax cuts. It concludes Romney’s beliefs seem uncertain.
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Access to health care as a shared community asset
A guest column argues health care is a communal asset like water and calls for collective reform. The scene at a Marion street ends with Ruth pleading she cannot afford care, prompting a plea to unite local leaders, residents, and owners of Campbell Steele Gallery to fix the system.
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University of Iowa
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Craig Campbell
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