By V and Natalie Fixmer-Oraiz We are thrilled to endorse Mandi Remington for Johnson County Supervisor. We have known Mandi for several years as a fellow advocate and community organizer. She is someone who cares deeply about social and economic justice; she is a thoughtful decision-maker and approaches her work with passion, dedication and grit. […]
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Letters to the editor: I’m vigorously supporting Rod Sullivan’s reelection
By Joe Bolkcom, former state senator Johnson County residents have come to expect an effective, forward thinking and open county government. That is why I’m vigorously supporting Rod Sullivan’s re-election to the Johnson County Board of Supervisors. Rod listens and has worked hard to represent our progressive values and community priorities. He looks out for those that need […]
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Letter to the editor: We can no longer afford to dismiss candidates like Mandi Remington
By David Sterling, Iowa City I am writing to voice my strong support for Mandi Remington in the upcoming Johnson County Supervisor election. It’s high time our county’s support for real change on the national level is applied to the local as well. Mandi’s commitment to truly affordable housing, making our cities more accessible, and […]
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Letter to the editor: Johnson County Supervisors should put 100% into the job
By Bob Arbuckle, Iowa City Johnson County Supervisor Royceann Porter, running for re-election, has skipped recent candidate forums, apparently fearful of questions she may be asked. Porter has also missed the most Supervisors meetings of any Board member, even considering her recent personal issues. County department employees and agency leaders remark that Porter has lately […]
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Letter to the editor: Mandi Remington walks the walk
By Mike Carberry, Iowa City Mandi Remington is a justice fighter who walks the walk. Join me in voting for Mandi for Johnson County Supervisor in the June 4 Democratic Primary. From Remington’s own experience as a single mother raising three children on one salary, a long-time renter, a past aid recipient, a daycare provider […]
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Letter from Adam Zabner: Rod Sullivan is one of the good ones
By Adam Zabner, Iowa City Iowa needs more compassionate, strong leaders. Supervisor Rod Sullivan is one of the good ones and has earned my support. Rod is a fighter. He has helped our county innovate and he’s not afraid to ruffle feathers in Des Moines. While our state government has failed to provide adequate mental […]
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Letter to the editor: Mandi Remington has earned my vote on June 4
By Alisa Meggitt, Iowa City I am writing to express my enthusiastic support for Mandi Remington as a candidate for the Johnson County Board of Supervisors. Mandi’s dedication to social justice in our community over the years has earned my respect and endorsement in the upcoming June 4 Democratic Primary Election. Mandi Remington embodies authenticity […]
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Letter to the editor: Mandi Remington will lead Johnson County with her values, not her ego
By Nick and Laura Bergus, Iowa City On June 4, we have the opportunity to elect someone who leads from her values, not her ego. That’s why we are voting for Mandi Remington for Johnson County Supervisor in the Democratic primary, and urge you to join us. If you’ve watched a Board of Supervisors meeting […]
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Letter to the editor: We can’t sit back as student protesters, Palestinians are attacked
By Ariel Godwin, Iowa City Yesterday, police fired rubber bullets at UCLA students protesting the war on Gaza and campus investments with Israel. This incident adds to a pattern of disproportionate violent responses to peaceful protests. It’s unacceptable that universities are cracking down harshly on free speech, but it’s not surprising. Just like in the […]
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Letters to the editor: Ditch the pesticides
By Kris Johnson, Iowa City As spring showers us with blossoms and pleasant breezes we all have the choice to plant and maintain nature in our yards. Some suggestions at the goodneighboriowa.org website show us how we can practice nature-friendly practices to protect children, pets and people. And two books at the Iowa City Public […]
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Letter to the editor: Food banks will need community support as needs increase during summer
By David Leshtz, Iowa City With kids out of school, food needs always increase in the summer. Demands on local food banks will escalate even more this year, due to a shortage of state funds allocated for food assistance. Gov. Reynolds opted out of $29 million in federal assistance for low-income children this summer. If you care […]
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Letter to the editor: Where there’s a will, there’s a way to save historic buildings
By Mike Fallon, Iowa City Jacob Simmering’s recent letter to the editor (April 11, 2024) is an argument based on circular reasoning or logic. Simmering’s argument begins where he wants to end, historical buildings are often boondoggles that the taxpayers should not tolerate. Like many proponents of simple, profit-driven arguments, Simmering urges us to wash our […]
