Public Service Not Always About Winning – Thoughts On Wally Horn’s Career
There was noteworthy news coming out of the Iowa Legislature last week. This may surprise you, but I am not referring to the headlines about... Read more.
A Far Better Way To Honor The Troops Than Trump’s Parade
Mr. President, may I have a few minutes of your time? I would like to suggest an alternative to the big Veterans Day parade in... Read more.
When Will We Ever Act?
That priest in Australia nailed it with his message on the Anglican church sign last week: “When Will They Love Their Kids More Than Their... Read more.
What Politicians Could Learn From University Of Iowa Students
Am I the only one who is discouraged these days? My state of mind is not helped by the news spewing out of Washington, D.C.,... Read more.
Iowa’s Tax Dollars Being Frittered Away
It’s nothing short of a miracle that the people of Iowa have not taken up pitchforks and marched on Des Moines demanding the attention of... Read more.
An Important History Lesson From Iowa’s Chief Justice
One of Iowa’s talented historians delivered an important lesson last week. But instead of standing in front of a school classroom, he was in the... Read more.
Why My Journalism Ulcer Is Working Overtime On New Trump Book
Last week was a time for setbacks in the United States. The only question is which setback was greater. Was it President Donald Trump’s standing... Read more.
Let’s Give Our Farmers Another Shot At Diplomacy In Korean Crisis
A new year is just around the corner. But instead of tipping a celebratory glass of champagne on New Year’s Eve, a big tumbler filed... Read more.
This Big Entitlement Flies Under The Radar
Watching events unfold in Washington, D.C., these days is much like watching Wile E. Coyote pursue the Road Runner in the cartoons from years gone... Read more.
Don’t Forget The Stranger In Need On DACA Effort
Each summer at schools across Iowa, a new batch of kindergartners heads in the front door for the first time. Not surprisingly, there are occasional... Read more.