Opinion
Opinion: The Importance of Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month
As a newcomer to Cedar Rapids, I’ve been welcomed with open arms by the community. Much of that comes from the diverse cultures and voices that call our city home. Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month (Sept. 15 – Oct. 15)…
CBJ editorial: Making progress in Johnson County
The private sector in Johnson County has taken a back seat to the successes in…
Guest opinion: Civility isn’t about politeness — it’s about respect
In an age of political tension, social media pile-ons, and “cancel culture,” the call for…
Editorial: Mount Mercy’s merger with St. Ambrose advances
The idea of merging two businesses is often based on achieving more growth, reducing costs,…
Opinion: Talk is cheap – and Iowans are paying with their lives
There are a number of variations on the colloquialism of “talk is cheap.” Unfortunately, this…
Letter to the editor: End this damaging trade war
Next year our great country will celebrate its 250th anniversary, a monumental milestone in American…
Editorial: ‘Slow-moving train wreck’
Speculation about the cause for the foreclosure of various high-profile properties owned by Marc Moen…
Opinion: Prospect Meadows drives home economic impact
$14.9 million. That’s the amount of money Prospect Meadows brought to our region just last…
Editorial: Providing workforce clarity
During Iowa Governor Kim Reynold’s government realignment process several years ago, there was some confusion…
From crisis to catalyst: Post-COVID strategies for a resilient workforce
“Infinite-minded leaders understand that ‘best’ is not a permanent state. Instead, they strive to be…
Take control of education costs, taxes, with ISave 529
What’s the ISave 529 plan’s favorite motivational quote? “The best way to predict your future…
CBJ editorial: Staring into the abyss
The COVID-19 pandemic will be remembered as one of the most seminal periods for anyone…
Opinion: Will Iowa businesses speak up before we lose our future workforce?
Iowa made national news in February when Governor Kim Reynolds signed into law a bill…
CBJ editorial: Iowa’s DOGE begins
Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) are getting all of the headlines…
Opinion: Iowa’s flat tax ushers in a new era — it’s time to cut unemployment taxes
This year, Iowa taxpayers will benefit from the 3.8% flat income tax rate. The transition…
CBJ Editorial: CR finally wins a license
Good editorials provoke thought and discussion, and sometimes provide a counter argument to conventional wisdom.…
