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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.
Charlie Wishman Guest Columnists Feb. 9, 2021 8:46 am1826d ago
We are proud of our United States of America. The American dream is a value we hold dear and nothing …
Sheri Albrech Guest Columnists Feb. 8, 2021 6:00 am1827d ago
In a Jan. 30 Gazette article, James Q. Lynch reported on 1st District U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson’s claim that the …
Jarod Johnson
Guest Columnists Feb. 7, 2021 12:00 pm1827d ago
Recently I have watched the situation at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics unfold and have …
Kurt Ullrich
Guest Columnists Feb. 7, 2021 12:00 am1828d ago
The good folks on the radio news tell me more snow is on the way and, much as I love …
David Leshtz
Guest Columnists Feb. 6, 2021 6:00 am1829d ago
In a field behind the buildings of our state institutions lie dozens of unmarked graves, some with stones bearing only …
By Jennie Schmidt, Guest Column
Guest Columnists Feb. 5, 2021 5:30 pm1829d ago
Here’s an idea: Let’s divert tax dollars from local schools to help wealthy families and families with high functioning students …
Gov. Kim Reynolds, Rep. Pat Grassley and Sen. Jack Whitver Guest Columnists Feb. 6, 2021 12:08 pm1828d ago
Our education system is the foundation of our state. Each of us believe that, which is why each of us …
Michael J. Jacobsen Guest Columnists Feb. 4, 2021 12:00 am1831d ago
As the son of a fourth generation Iowa farmer – and someone who switched careers to become a teacher, coach, …
Rich and Marion Patterson
Guest Columnists Feb. 3, 2021 4:48 pm1831d ago
Giving away money can be difficult. It’s a dilemma we learned when we received our recent economic stimulus check. We …
Syndy Conger
Guest Columnists Feb. 3, 2021 8:35 am1832d ago
It encouraging to see the ‘bottle bill” come to the attention of the Iowa Legislature. However, none of the bills …
Peter Fisher
Guest Columnists Feb. 2, 2021 12:00 pm1832d ago
The snake oil salesmen who peddle tax cuts for corporations and the rich as the key to prosperity are at …
Luke Bascom and Indira Sheumaker
Guest Columnists Feb. 2, 2021 6:00 am1833d ago
As the 89th Iowa General Assembly began this year, a disturbing narrative emerged in the opening statements of leaders at …
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