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No more handouts for the idle rich living high off the hog

Our nation’s safety net shouldn’t be strained by subsidizing the lifestyles of the self-sufficient. Yet, too many of the idle rich are living high off the hog, collecting government checks for not working, while at the same time earning a million dollars or more from some other side ...

Don’t fumble

I am honored to have the opportunity to address this group of Triton graduates and loved ones here in attendance today. Thanks for allowing us the opportunity to assist you in your academic careers. We are honored that you chose Iowa Central, and we don’t take for granted that you did. ...

Fighting for Iowa’s small businesses in Washington

Small businesses are the lifeblood of Iowa’s economy, making up more than 99 percent of all businesses and employing 82 percent of workers. These businesses mean so much more than the livelihoods they support and the jobs they create, they embody the American spirit and shape the culture of ...

Representative’s blatant overreach as he ignores Iowa law

At least one member of the Iowa House appears to live by the mantra “Do as I say, not as I do” as he demands access to sensitive personal information and commands silence as he trolls for documents. The audacity of state Rep. Charley Thomson’s recent demands to a nonprofit organization ...

Insurance tips for high school and college graduates

Graduating from high school or college is a major milestone and comes with new responsibilities, including managing insurance needs. Whether driving a car, renting an apartment, or planning for your health, understanding basic insurance coverage is essential for financial protection. For ...

Here’s how Congress can save millions of American jobs

Eight years ago, I worked with President Trump to enact the most significant simplification of our tax code in decades, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), also known as the Trump tax cuts. These tax cuts provided relief to every American, simplifying and reducing personal income taxes, and ...