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Moe says no, Remington says yes to Truth and Reconciliation Commission
Mike Carberry
Oct. 29, 2023 6:00 am
Amazingly, the future of the city’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission is at issue in the City Council election. Reversing course from previous statements, At-large City Council candidate Josh Moe said Oct. 16 that Iowa City’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) is too costly, not working, and should be abandoned.
At-Large candidate Mandi Remington says the commission created by the City Council after the George Floyd murder is necessary and the pain in our community requires that the commission continue its work. She said new facilitators are now allowing the commission to build momentum.
The TRC is one of a handful of issues that distinguish the candidates. Visit Mandi’s Facebook page: MandiForCityCouncil or her website: Mandi4CityCouncil.com for more information.
The TRC is too important to Iowa City to let it wither away. Vote for Mandi Remington to ensure the TRC thrives and brings the healing we need.
Mike Carberry
Iowa City
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