Shield bill aims to protect reporters in federal cases
The editorial urges the Senate Judiciary Committee to advance S. 448 the Free Flow of Information Act, arguing strong source protections for federal court cases benefit all citizens by enhancing government accountability. It cites rising subpoenas, costs to media, and the need to prevent journalists from being forced to reveal informants.
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U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee
Chuck Grassley
Iowa
Kevin Z. Smith
Society of Professional Journalists
Judiciary Committee
Sen. Grassley
Senate
Letters Key to Financial Security in Golf Clubs
A reader argues that the first substantial gift to a young player should be a decent set of golf clubs. If the child pursues golf, reaches the pro circuit, and places in the top 15 occasionally, the financial future may improve. No pun intended.
Corbett's Experience Key to Cedar Rapids Future
Opinion piece endorses Ron Corbett as mayor citing his track record in Cedar Rapids recovery and Cedar Corridor leadership. Letter writer argues for unity amid flood recovery, praising Corbett's business sense and regional vision. The piece also discusses courthouse security concerns and farming impacts on waterways.
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Ron Corbett
Cedar Rapids
Corbett
Iowa City Area Development Group
University of Iowa and
Kirkwood Community College
Americans Dumbed Down and Climate Action Call
A reader laments widespread misinformation and racism while urging Constitution and etiquette refresher courses. The piece notes racial tension after Obama's election and cites a Council of Churches push for Climate Action Week September 20 to 27 with calls to contact senators and attend Copenhagen talks.
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Constitution 101
Our
Republic
Council of Churches of Christ
Climate Action Push Urges Bold Steps Now
Bill McKibben and environmental leaders warn of a climate crisis described as the most daunting problem humanity has faced. The piece highlights grassroots groups, churches, and civic officials urging major reductions in carbon emissions amid rising stakes and public responsibility.
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Bill McKibben
Milestones Celebrates National Adult Day Week in Cedar Rapids
A Cedar Rapids Milestones Adult Day Health Center marks National Adult Day Week with the theme Enriching lives through wellness and creativity. The program supports caregivers and participants at home, offering arts, wellness, music, computers, gardening, social activities, and health services in a welcoming community.
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Milestones
Cedar Rapids
Community of
Milestone
Lawmakers Debate Iowa Film Tax Credit Fallout
Judd Dorman notes lawmakers backtracked after the film tax credit fiasco in Iowa. Critics cite poor design and emergency rulemaking in 2007 enabling credits for aircraft and luxury items while funding gaps and oversight failed. They urge accountability and reviews of broader credits costing nearly 497 million through 2013.
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Legislative Oversight Committee
Herman Quirmbach
D-Ames
House
Senate
David Hartsuch
R-Bettendorf
Bruce Hunter
Des Moines
Quirmbach
Department of Economic Development
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Eldora
Bow
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