Open records in Iowa face stricter access rules
The Iowa open records law presumes access with listed exceptions, yet officials expand these limits. A 14 newspaper investigation shows barriers to public information, while custodians risk misdemeanor penalties up to 30 days in jail or a $50 to $100 fine for refusals.
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How hate crimes law can backfire in GOP districts
The piece argues that expanding the 1968 hate crimes statute to include gender, sexual orientation, and disability may hurt election campaigns for GOP reps who back the measure. It notes the House support but expected drop, and cites incumbents like Bilbray Kuykendall Bass facing tough races.
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House
GOP
CQ Weekly
Brian Bilbray
Charles Kuykendall
California
Charles Bass
New Hampshire
Gore Loyalists Split From Clinton in Military Voter Rift
A Duke UNC survey notes two thirds of young officers lean Republican and only 8 percent identify as Democrats. The piece argues military veterans form a 25 million strong bloc favoring Bush, while Gore showcases a hawk stance and long national security experience distinct from Clinton.
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Buchanan backed as Reform Party candidate after party split
Iowa Reform Party declares Patrick Buchanan the legitimate nominee after a split at the convention. Courts in California and Colorado bar Hagelin from the Reform Party line and affirm Buchanan as the official candidate.
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John Hagelin
Natural Law Party
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Why limit hours for giving blood
A reader questions restricted hours for blood donations citing a Sept 21 shortage article. They urge 24 hour walk in centers or joint scheduling to ease the burden, noting modern conveniences exist for other services.
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St. Luke’s Hospital
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Red Cross
Affordable housing crisis spans nation says NLCHC report
The Gazette cites Iowa ranking 10th from bottom in affordability with 34 percent of renters unable to afford a two bedroom unit. The NLCHC report notes a two bedroom housing wage of 9.10 per hour in Iowa and contrasts Texas 11.16 per hour with 38 percent unable to afford. The issue is national, not Iowa's alone.
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West Virginia
Texas
New Jersey
Nlchc.org
The Gazette invites reader letters to 300 words
The Gazette calls for letters up to 300 words and requires name street address and daytime phone. Only name and hometown will be published. Each writer may submit one letter every 30 days. No anonymous letters. Address Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406. Fax and email contacts provided.
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Iowa
OSHA trims fines in worker's death questioned
Letter questions the logic of a government agency fining another and the burden on taxpayers to pay a $78,000 penalty. The writer calls it another example of the fleecing of America and cites NBC's framing.
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America
NBC
Linda Langston honored for four years as History Center Director
Congratulations to Linda Langston for four successful years as History Center Director. She elevated a once obscure organization to prominence through decisive leadership, resilience, and hard work amid high pressure and modest pay.
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History Center
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