Donald Trump’s election victory has raised concerns among proponents of green, renewable energy and climate policies. They fear the elimination of programs …
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Donald Trump’s election victory has raised concerns among proponents of green, renewable energy and climate policies. They fear the elimination of programs …
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Let’s play everyone’s favorite new game — “Why did Democrats get clobbered?“ One answer that’s sweeping the nation insists Democrats …
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“I am just in a panic about the outcome of the election,” said my good friend, a fellow Republican woman …
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You probably missed it amid all the election hubbub, but Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird is leading the charge to …
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Eight years ago, in the wake of Donald Trump’s first presidential victory, I wrote a column on how my daughters …
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Tourists will stop for a scenic overlook. Sports fans love the drama of overtime. A metric ton of Halloween candy …
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I am voting a straight Republican ticket for the country’s sake In these last weeks leading up to one the …
Staff Columnists Nov. 3, 2024 5:00 am341d ago
Over the past few months, I have been asked several times what it is like to be a Black woman from Iowa during this particular election cycle
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Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this column are those of its author and do not represent the views or opinions …
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There is something peaceful about driving across rural Iowa on a sunny autumn day. It is more than peaceful; it …
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So, The Gazette has been making presidential endorsements every election since 1884. That’s 140 in human years. OK, fine. We …
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Normally, at this point in an election year, Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate is gushing about all the steps …
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Water quality as an issue is on the back burner during this legislative election cycle. I get it. Abortion rights, …
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