Linn County Auditor faces scrutiny over hiring and spending
The Gazette editorial urges voters to learn whether Linn County Auditor Joel Miller’s hire of a close friend for management software work led to wasted public funds. A report by Steve Tucker questions processes, skill fit, and potential impact, while noting no firm fraud conclusion and urging county attorney's timely investigation before Election Day.
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Steve Tucker
Joe Clarahan
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Jerry Vander Sanden
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Letters on Romney taxes and political views stirred debate
A Iowa City reader defends Mitt Romney’s capital gains taxes and questions Obama era policy while comparing Romney’s taxes to GE’s, and a Cedar Rapids writer critiques racial bias in politics. Anamosa reader endorses Congressman Lange’s smaller government platform with a safety net.
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Checkers Speech and Nixon's Rise to Populist Appeal
Nixon used a televised address to pivot to blue collar whites by linking economic concerns with social identity. The 1952 Checkers speech boosted public support, aided Eisenhower’s ticket, and is cited as a turning point in American political style.
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The Value of Mercy’s Pillars and Mission Week Reflections
Guest column reflects on Mercy’s three pillars at Mount Mercy University Cedar Rapids and the ongoing impact of service. It highlights the university’s history from junior college to university, community service hours, and notable alumni like Michael Kutcher and Peggy Detweiler while noting 7,000 graduates in Eastern Iowa. Christopher Blake is Mount Mercy University president.
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Cedar Rapids
Michael Kutcher
Peggy Detweiler
Iowana
Mercy
Mission
Iowa
Christopher Blake
Mount Mercy University
Mtmercy
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