I am a fourth generation farmer born and raised near Coggon, Iowa, where I live with my wife, Deb, and …
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Louie Zumbach, guest columnist Guest Columnists Oct. 16, 2016 8:20 am3406d ago
I am a fourth generation farmer born and raised near Coggon, Iowa, where I live with my wife, Deb, and …
Ashley Hinson, guest columnist Guest Columnists Oct. 16, 2016 8:15 am3406d ago
In my more than 10 years as a journalist, I have worked hard to become a trusted voice in my …
Harry Foster, guest columnist
Guest Columnists Oct. 16, 2016 8:15 am3406d ago
Recently I attended a public forum where local candidates were invited to speak. As it happened, I was first on …
Mark Seidl, guest columnist
Guest Columnists Oct. 16, 2016 8:15 am3406d ago
Iowa needs a positive, constructive vision for its future. The three Es – education, environment, and economic development – are …
Liz Bennett, guest columnist
Guest Columnists Oct. 16, 2016 8:15 am3406d ago
My name is Liz Bennett and I have had the honor of serving Cedar Rapids as a State Representative since …
Scott Peterson, guest columnist
Guest Columnists Oct. 16, 2016 8:00 am3406d ago
I am running for Iowa Senate to continue to serve my community and because I think state government can work …
Dan Zumbach, guest columnist Guest Columnists Oct. 16, 2016 8:00 am3406d ago
In the Iowa Senate I work to be your voice. Doing what is best for the district has been and …
Liz Mathis, guest columnist Guest Columnists Oct. 16, 2016 8:00 am3406d ago
I love Iowa. I grew up on a farm. Our family owns a business here. My husband and I graduated …
Rene Gadelha, guest columnist
Guest Columnists Oct. 16, 2016 8:00 am3406d ago
One year ago I began contemplating a run for the Iowa Senate. As I deliberated about the issues, I discussed …
Molly Donahue, guest columnist
Guest Columnists Oct. 16, 2016 1:00 am3406d ago
I was born and raised in Cedar Rapids. I hold a Master’s Degree in behavior disorders from the University of …
Ken Rizer, guest columnist
Guest Columnists Oct. 16, 2016 1:00 am3406d ago
Service before self is what caused me to raise my right hand and swear to support and defend the Constitution …
Arnold “Skip” Kenyon III, guest columnist
Guest Columnists Oct. 14, 2016 6:23 pm3408d ago
For the last several months, campaign messages have dominated news media outlets and commercial advertising space, emphasizing the importance of …
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