The discussion concerning the Electoral College system has only been exacerbated by the divisive presidential election. Because of this, the …
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.
Nick Laning Guest Columnists Jul. 22, 2020 2:25 pm2028d ago
The discussion concerning the Electoral College system has only been exacerbated by the divisive presidential election. Because of this, the …
Matt Pries Guest Columnists Jul. 23, 2020 11:05 am2027d ago
Throughout the pandemic, you have shared your faith and trust in Iowans to do the right thing. Early on, I …
Ben Jealous
Guest Columnists Jul. 20, 2020 2:28 pm2030d ago
People from around the world who have seen the U.S. as a beacon of democracy are shaking their heads. It’s …
Marcia Hughes
Guest Columnists Jul. 20, 2020 2:34 pm2030d ago
I take tremendous pride in supporting the shared cultural fabric of our corridor communities – as a patron, performer, volunteer …
Steven J. Burton
Guest Columnists Jul. 20, 2020 10:23 am2030d ago
E Pluribus Unum – out of many, one – has been an official motto of the United States since 1782. …
Sue Dinsdale
Guest Columnists Jul. 18, 2020 8:00 am2032d ago
While most Iowans spent the first three months of the coronavirus crisis struggling to stay physically healthy and financially afloat, …
Robert A. Rotter Guest Columnists Jul. 18, 2020 8:00 am2032d ago
The year 2020 has been the most challenging year our communities have faced in a very long time. As a …
U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst Guest Columnists Jul. 17, 2020 5:20 pm2033d ago
Throughout this pandemic I’ve continued to listen to and hear from Iowans in all corners of our state. During telephone …
Janice Weiner
Guest Columnists Jul. 17, 2020 2:24 pm2033d ago
As a city council member, I took an oath to uphold and defend the U.S. Constitution and the Constitution of …
Conor Norris and Edward Timmons
Guest Columnists Jul. 16, 2020 5:38 pm2034d ago
Residents of the Hawkeye state have long known that Iowa is a great place to live and raise a family. …
Steve Corbin
Guest Columnists Jul. 15, 2020 8:00 pm2035d ago
Pew Research Center polling (June 30) reveals 89 percent of registered Republicans will vote for Trump on Nov. 3. However, …
Marcie Strouse
Guest Columnists Jul. 14, 2020 6:38 pm2036d ago
As our nation begins to work toward a post-COVID-19 world, Congress is gearing up to debate another stimulus package. In …
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