Before cranking up my computer I start each morning with coffee and a newspaper. That’s not because I’m old fashioned. …
Rich Patterson Guest Columnists Nov. 19, 2024 6:21 am302d ago
Before cranking up my computer I start each morning with coffee and a newspaper. That’s not because I’m old fashioned. …
Bruce Lear Guest Columnists Nov. 19, 2024 6:18 am302d ago
One of our first warnings for children is,“Don’t take candy from strangers.” Iowans need to remember this when politicians offer …
Art Cullen
Guest Columnists Nov. 18, 2024 5:00 am303d ago
Wednesday after the election dawned foggy as the Iowa Democratic Party’s ashes smoldered. The results were in: Donald Trump and …
Norman Sherman
Guest Columnists Nov. 18, 2024 5:00 am303d ago
I’m not ready to compare Donald Trump to Adolf Hitler, although others have. Trump has no genocide on his record. …
Staff Columnists Nov. 17, 2024 5:00 am304d ago
Full disclosure: I am an evangelical Christian, and I voted for Donald Trump. Last fall, before the Iowa Caucuses, in …
Staff Columnists Nov. 17, 2024 5:00 am304d ago
“For many, especially women, it’s like living without a voice or future.” Soniya Azhman, a poet and journalist explains. “It …
Steve Barry Nov. 3, 2024 6:00 am318d ago
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Todd Dorman Staff Columnists Nov. 17, 2024 5:00 am304d ago
Iowa Republican lawmakers have official stationery and email, and they’re not afraid to use them. Especially when some libs need …
Nickolaus Hayes Guest Columnists Nov. 17, 2024 5:00 am304d ago
The average person takes advantage of the downtime during the holiday season. As long as Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s …
Michael Clive
Guest Columnists Nov. 17, 2024 5:00 am304d ago
The Czech & Slovak National Museum and Library has been even busier than usual lately. For Iowans in search of …
Staff Columnists Nov. 17, 2024 5:00 am304d ago
In the 12 days since Donald Trump pulled off a stunning comeback victory, social media outlets have seen an abundance …
Staff Columnists Nov. 16, 2024 5:00 am305d ago
Donald Trump’s election victory has raised concerns among proponents of green, renewable energy and climate policies. They fear the elimination of programs …
Jeffrey Bradford
Guest Columnists Nov. 15, 2024 7:03 am306d ago
The first rule of health care is “do no harm,” a pledge that politicians should adopt as they seek to …
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