Puerto Rico recovery needs Trump's leadership, Bloomberg View
Bloomberg View argues that Puerto Rico’s humanitarian crisis requires President Trump to lead federal response, renew emergency waivers, and push Congress to act on debt and recovery measures. It notes chronic fiscal strain, weak federal benefits, and a damaged grid, urging swift presidential engagement and long-term congressional action.
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Fresh Start Ministries benefit supported by Mount Mercy music department
In Cedar Rapids the Fresh Start Ministries, serving about 80 volunteers and 340 to 410 incarcerated individuals, receives annual support from the Mount Mercy University Music Department. A benefit concert by the university choir, band and madrigal singers is set for Oct 8 at 2 30 p.m. in the Chapel of Mercy with a freewill offering.
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Fresh Start Ministries
Linn County Correctional Chaplaincy
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Chapel of Mercy
Busse Center
Elmhurst Dr. NE
Gerald Kreitzer
Steve Stickney
Pro‑life dilemma ends in tragedy for Michigan family
Mary Sanchez reflects on Carrie DeKlyen a cancer survivor who chose not to undergo chemotherapy to protect her unborn baby Life Lynn born prematurely died two weeks after her mother Sept 20 The couple faced harsh public scrutiny yet stood by their belief life begins at conception The piece examines public reaction faith and the painful, private nature of such decisions.
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Carrie DeKlyen
Michigan
Life Lynn DeKlyen
DeKlyens
Nick DeKlyen
Crush the tax on soda
John Hendrickson argues against a soda tax in Iowa, calling it a regressive burden that unlikely boosts revenue or reduces obesity. He cites Philadelphia’s 1.5 cent per ounce levy as failed, urging budget fixes through spending control rather than new taxes. Hendrickson notes sales tax and bottle fees compound the burden on lower income Iowans.
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Barry Goldwater
Iowa
John Buhl
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Philadelphia
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