At 01:50 PM 10/5/2005, you wrote:
>To any Iowa Sierrans who have the time and interest, especially 
>those with long experience in Iowa:  I may be asked by a journalist 
>in the near future why Iowa seems to show less concern about the 
>environment (in terms of spending and regulations) than some 
>neighboring states.


Nebraska can not be considered as a state that shows a concern for 
the environment. They are very similar to Iowa and visa Vera. After 
all the western 1/4 of Iowa identifies with Nebraska more than Iowa. 
They shop in Omaha, see Omaha TV, vote for right wing Congressman 
and  watch Nebraska football.

Glenn Pollock
Omaha

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