As the Iowa Legislature embarks on the final days of this session, we call upon them to pass a comprehensive …
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.
Patrick Loeffler and Dale Todd, guest columnists Guest Columnists Apr. 26, 2016 11:13 am3579d ago
As the Iowa Legislature embarks on the final days of this session, we call upon them to pass a comprehensive …
Stacey Walker, guest columnist Guest Columnists Apr. 18, 2016 1:22 pm3587d ago
When you decide to seek public office, people often ask why you’re running. There are many reasons I’m running for …
Molly Donahue, guest columnist
Guest Columnists Apr. 18, 2016 7:00 am3588d ago
On April 6, The Gazette published an editorial from guest columnist, Representative Ken Rizer entitled, ‘Facts about Iowa School Funding …
Marcia Hughes, guest columnist
Guest Columnists Apr. 17, 2016 1:00 pm3588d ago
I never pass up an opportunity to say thank you to the outstanding volunteers who are making a difference in …
Betty S. Daniels, guest columnist
Guest Columnists Apr. 17, 2016 11:00 am3588d ago
‘We cross our bridges when we come to them and burn them behind us, with nothing to show for our …
Alphonce O’Bannon, guest columnist
Guest Columnists Apr. 17, 2016 11:00 am3588d ago
Growing up, I never thought of people who were my mentors. I had family, I had friends, and there were …
LaTasha DeLoach, guest columnist Guest Columnists Apr. 16, 2016 11:00 am3589d ago
Over the last year, Johnson County has made advances in addressing racial injustice among youth. One of our greatest successes …
Kay Daubenmier, guest columnist Guest Columnists Apr. 16, 2016 11:00 am3589d ago
Do you have a pension? It may be at risk. The U.S. Congress has passed the Multiemployer Pension Reform Act …
Guest Columnists Apr. 16, 2016 8:00 am3589d ago
The city of Cedar Rapids is taking another swing at fixing its money-losing golf operation. The city can’t afford another …
Jennifer Husmann, guest columnist
Guest Columnists Apr. 15, 2016 4:00 pm3590d ago
Like many substance abuse professionals, I strongly support the research of cannabidiol (CBD) and marijuana in general, and research is …
Alex Bare, guest columnist
Guest Columnists Apr. 15, 2016 2:12 pm3590d ago
In 1867, Alexander G. Clark sued the Muscatine Public School district when his daughter was denied admission because of her …
Stella Hart, guest columnist
Guest Columnists Apr. 13, 2016 3:21 pm3592d ago
International Anti-Street Harassment Week is an opportunity to raise awareness and protest the gender-based violence that occurs in our communities …
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