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Now begins the obligatory Election Day column on voting. First, I say something profound like, “Hey, you should vote, because …
One question I’ve been asked quite a bit lately is when, oh when, will we see some public polling numbers in …
Today’s print column It’s decision time for many of us who live in Senate District 18. Those of us who …
Have you been following the Cedar Rapids City Council campaign? Let’s find out. Here’s a quiz: 1. Several hopefuls say …
Did some road trip gas-pumping over the weekend. But, I have to admit, I didn’t really feel under-taxed. I know we …
Last week, at Wednesday night’s Senate District 18 forum, time ran out before either Chris Earl or I could ask the candidates about same-sex …
I’m taking a three-day weekend, but I’ll leave the joint open for any election (city/state/caucuses) thoughts you might have and …
Today’s print column, belated. According to recent polls, many folks find Herman Cain’s presidential campaign to be smooth and satisfying. And …
So state Senate District 18 hopefuls Cindy Golding, Republican, and Liz Mathis, Democrat, had their first debate/forum tonight at Linn …
Speaking of Westdale Mall, The Wall Street Journal has a piece today on the trend toward non-traditional, non-retail uses for …
Sometimes, choosing between candidates for city council elections can feel a lot like those “find the difference” cartoon quizzes. At …
At times during Cedar Rapids’ city council campaigns, I’ve worried about the zombie menace. I’m not talking about any of …
First, the pizza Politico staged a taste-test of Godfather’s Pizza last week. Republican presidential hopeful Heman Cain ran the pizza …
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