The Nov. 1 “Mallard Fillmore” so-called comic strip used a phrase that looks innocent in print, but has become popular …
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The Nov. 1 “Mallard Fillmore” so-called comic strip used a phrase that looks innocent in print, but has become popular …
During World War II people made sacrifices; they sent their children to war and went on rations. Cars, tires, gasoline, …
We appreciate state Sens. Pam Jochum and Joe Bolkcom citing Truth in Accounting’s financial analysis of Iowa’s state government in …
We witnessed climate change in Eastern Iowa. For me, it’s personal. • The 1993 flood delayed progress building our home …
Another Election Day has come and gone. In the wake of recent electoral contests, the media will dutifully fill airtime, …
Jason Glass will get my one and only vote for the Iowa City Council. Here is why. In November 2009 …
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A periodic, lighthearted look at Iowa political news from The Gazette's opinion desk.
Serving in public office is an onerous task that requires making personal sacrifices and taking blistering criticism for the greater …
In no other Cedar Rapids City Council district is the existence of economic inequality as manifest as it is in …
This is the first time I’ve publicly weighed in about local politics. As CEO of a local technology company doing …
When I had the idea for the NewBo City Market, Dale Todd was the first person I called. He became …
This is our wake-up call! Do you want to settle for good, or do you want great?! Now is the …
Ten years is too long; if approved, the extension should be limited to three years due to the current uncertainty …
Cedar Rapids drivers have gotten the message why we constantly need pothole crews fixing the streets. Now if only the …
Mayor Brad Hart is a dedicated, responsible, hardworking, focused and genuine leader who has the experience and knowledge needed to …
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