On Sept. 16, Gov. Kim Reynolds signed a proclamation declaring Oct. 2 “World Day for Farmed Animals.” The proclamation brings …
Emerson Slomka Guest Columnists Nov. 20, 2022 7:00 am1165d ago
On Sept. 16, Gov. Kim Reynolds signed a proclamation declaring Oct. 2 “World Day for Farmed Animals.” The proclamation brings …
Guest Columnists Nov. 20, 2022 7:00 am1165d ago
A red tide can be deadly for ocean swimmers. An election red tide can drown the idea of bringing Iowa …
Staff Columnists Nov. 20, 2022 7:00 am1165d ago
Maybe Iowa needs some more democracy. Yes, we did just have a free and fair election. Voters’ voices were heard. …
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I’m an election law expert who ran a polling station this election — here’s what I learned about the powerful role of local officials in applying the law fairly
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While the Nov. 8 midterm election has passed, several ballot tabulations, recounts and court challenges are in-the-works. Should election results …
Staff Editorials Nov. 19, 2022 6:30 am1166d ago
Any list of top state priorities would certainly include expanding access to both affordable child care and housing. Both issues …
Jim Williams Nov. 6, 2022 7:00 am1179d ago
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The New York Times shared some tips on Election Day for readers to manage their stress over the elections. They …
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In 2008, Iowa lawmakers passed the Smokefree Air Act banning smoking in most public places and workplaces. But the act …
Staff Columnists Nov. 17, 2022 7:09 am1168d ago
A government shrouded in secrecy should be our worst fricking nightmare.
Guest Columnists Nov. 14, 2022 6:00 am1171d ago
Holy cow pie! The Bible continues to be one of the most frequent targets of book banners in our country. …
Althea Cole
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Election workers are a part of something special.
Patrick Muller
Guest Columnists Nov. 13, 2022 6:00 am1172d ago
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