Wells Fargo case shows need for credit unions
Iowa banks defend legacy of trust and service against not for profit credit unions. John Sorensen of the Iowa Bankers Association argues credit unions pay no taxes, claim profits corrupt, and that competition benefits consumers. cites Iowa banks and Tax facts to support stance.
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Need For Credit Unions
Iowa Credit Union League
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John Sorensen
Iowa Bankers Association
Jsorensen
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Community letter on Hyde Amendment and abortion funding
The letter appeals against abortion funding via Medicaid and criticizes Patty Judge for supporting the Democrat platform and Hillary Clinton’s plan to repeal the Hyde Amendment. It endorses Sen. Chuck Grassley’s anti abortion stance and calls for his continued leadership on the Judiciary Committee. Edna Brunkhorst Waverly
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Patty Judge
U.S. Senate
Iowa
Judge
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Chuck Grassley
Senate Judiciary Committee
Supreme Court
Edna Brunkhorst Waverly
An Iowa voter urges support for Peterson for Iowa Senate
The writer endorses Scott Peterson, emphasizing his background in Mount Vernon and North Liberty, Navy service, and leadership roles. They highlight Peterson’s bipartisan, inclusive platform on education, infrastructure, mental health, and rehabilitation, urging voters to research candidates and reject false accusations.
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Dan Zumbach
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Iowa Senate
Trump finally speaks on birthright at Washington hotel
Kathleen Parker notes Trump’s late pledge at his Washington hotel with war hero veterans present. She argues his birther stance was racist and questions whether leadership now reflects military virtues. Parker contrasts Trump with Clinton and recalls MoH recipient remarks about true heroism.
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Donald Trump
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Smith
Birther
Boutique Wild Rose casino proposal in Cedar Rapids faces political ties
A plan for a $40 million boutique Wild Rose casino in Cedar Rapids would replace a larger Cedar Crossing project. The city must untangle early 2010s agreements with Cedar Crossing investors while weighing market data and potential cannibalization effects on existing casinos. Local officials lobby for changes as Gov Branstad faces commission turnover.
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Waterloo
Tom Timmons
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Jefferson
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Gary Kirke
Terry Branstad
Branstad
Racing and Gaming Commission
Jeff Lamberti
Carl Heinrich
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