As a devout environmentalist, I have recently spent time worrying about whether it is best to have paper straws wrapped …
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As a devout environmentalist, I have recently spent time worrying about whether it is best to have paper straws wrapped …
We are at a critical crossroads in our country. With our democracy in jeopardy we need to have someone to …
In a January 4, 2018 news release after signing the Tax Cuts Jobs Act (TCJA), Sen. Joni Ernst stated, ‘We …
As of October 14, Donald Trump has told 13,435 false or misleading claims. At least 25 women have made assault …
The farm economy is tough. Family farmers are paid below cost of production. For instance, cattle producers are losing money …
My daughter was raised here in Cedar Rapids. I worry about her like any mom- especially after taking her to …
I started my training to be an advocate for individuals in long term care facilities in October of last year. …
Buyers beware. Low-cost ‘skinny” health insurance plans may seem like an economical way to save money – that is until …
Following the Democrat presidential candidates’ debate of Tuesday, Oct. 15, Rush Limbaugh called it a ‘dystopian” debate. Rush was right …
‘Voter fraud through impersonation … is frequent and is a very real threat to our towns and cities.” A recent …
So next year’s G-7 Conference won’t be held at Trump Doral Miami, after all. Instead, the president should host the …
Gazette writer Adam Sullivan stated in the Oct. 3, 2019 edition of The Gazette, ‘Iowans encouraged to upgrade to ‘Real …
Columnist Adam Sullivan is right to call on the Iowa Legislature to implement occupational licensing reform. It is good policy, …
Levees create a false sense of security, encouraging investment in flood plains. Then extreme high water either overtops or ruptures …
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