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Here’s a typical scene in any American checkup: The doctor walks in to find the patient sitting on the table. …
I joined the Iowa National Guard in 1975. At that time, women actually joined the Women’s Army Corp, which had been …
When people think of a November holiday, Thanksgiving jumps to mind; Thanksgiving is a day to give thanks for the …
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Brittany Maynard, 29, who had a malignant brain tumor, moved to Oregon, where a ‘Death with Dignity Act” allowed her …
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Pramod Dwivedi & Sharon Bertroche In July, the Linn County Board of Supervisors and Board of Health released a comprehensive …
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) was a focal point in this election cycle. Incessant television ads and talk shows predicted …
Jeff Pape I am addressing recent TV ads and newspaper articles, specifically a letter ‘Protect Land for Future Generations” (Sept. …
This November will be the first time that I cast a ballot in a U.S. election since becoming a Citizen …
It’s that time again. Tuesday is just around the corner and talk on the street is that people are more …
Upholding integrity is difficult in a society that declares and defends its importance but is willing to look the other …
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