opinion

Opinion: Government spending does not drive economic growth
Iowa has been rated as one of the most fiscally prudent states for several years running, due to sound tax and spending policies. Yet thanks in part to a recent downturn in the agricultural economy, economic growth in the state…
Opinion: Cancel the ICR Iowa brand
When a business has a product, service or brand that isn’t being embraced, typically leaders…
Teaching children to save good practice for adulthood
Teaching a child good savings habits is essential for any financial foundation as an adult.…
Opinion: The Iowa Caucuses need Obama
We were disappointed that the Democratic National Committee (DNC) no longer guarantees that Iowa will…
Be wary of the ‘Pink Tax’
By Emily Bettridge / Guest Opinion Early in my college years, when I started making…
Be wary of the ‘Pink Tax’
By Emily Bettridge / Guest Opinion Early in my college years, when I started making…
Johnson County comprehensive plan proposal would stunt growth
By Casey Cook / Guest Opinion While attending the League of Women Voters forum for…
Save the ‘Corridor’
By John Lohman / Guest Opinion I’m passionate about the Corridor. Not just the Cedar…
Former IC mayors endorse bond measure
By Matt Hayek, Regenia Bailey, Ross Wilburn, Ernie Lehman, Naomi Novick, Bill Ambrisco and John…
Washington can learn from states’ fiscal management
By U.S. Senators Chuck Grassley & David Perdue / Guest Opinion Whether running a business…





