We are mothers. We are grandmothers. We are aunts. We are horrified by the massacre of 19 children and 2 …
Guest columns are written generally by people in the community, region or state. Most guest columnists have expertise in the subjects and issues they are addressing, and the opinions expressed can be personal or representative of a group. Some columns are requested by Gazette opinion staff, but many are unsolicited. We evaluate the columns based on local relevance, quality and accuracy. Read more about our editorial process here.
Iowa Democratic Activists Guest Columnists Jun. 7, 2022 7:13 pm1341d ago
We are mothers. We are grandmothers. We are aunts. We are horrified by the massacre of 19 children and 2 …
Norman Sherman Guest Columnists Jun. 6, 2022 7:00 am1343d ago
Doing nothing, loosening laws, or babbling about local option is an invitation to continuing carnage.
Clair Ammons
Guest Columnists Jun. 5, 2022 7:00 am1344d ago
Trans people are tired of being called predators, sinners, and groomers, and we are tired of being treated like pawns in someone else's game for power.
Kurt Ullrich
Guest Columnists Jun. 5, 2022 5:30 am1344d ago
Because I identify as an elderly man, I have been thinking entirely too much about health, specifically my own health. …
Bruce Lear
Guest Columnists Jun. 4, 2022 12:00 pm1345d ago
Public school supporters need to be at least as persistent and passionate as our single-issue, private-school governor.
Corey Jacobson
Guest Columnists Jun. 4, 2022 7:00 am1345d ago
We knew that we had to make this celebration special so we have added new events to our line up.
Dr. Pramod Dwivedi Guest Columnists Jun. 2, 2022 9:03 am1347d ago
Our communities have had enough with thoughts and prayers; they need concrete steps.
Stacey Walker Guest Columnists Jun. 1, 2022 7:00 am1348d ago
Three-star Admiral Michael Franken is courage personified.
Norman Sherman
Guest Columnists May. 30, 2022 6:30 am1350d ago
Today, the court’s behavior about Roe v. Wade, turns that hallowed hall into a hollow one.
Bob Vander Plaats
Guest Columnists May. 28, 2022 8:00 am1352d ago
The polarization in American politics is exhausting. Especially in Congress, it seems our leaders are unable to lead. They certainly …
Patricia Patnode
Guest Columnists May. 27, 2022 6:15 am1353d ago
A bill (SF 2309) that stalled in the Iowa House could have made it legal for Iowans to buy raw …
Paul Pate
Guest Columnists May. 25, 2022 10:23 am1355d ago
The upcoming June 7 primary election is an excellent opportunity for Iowans to make their voices heard. I believe voting …
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