MINI: Perhaps silver and gold are best left for Burl Ives in song

THE MINI: I just read Senator Alons' newsletter, suggesting Iowa hold our gold and silver for an Iowa currency exchange. Kevin, much like crypto, our values change daily. Perhaps silver and gold are best left for Burl Ives in song. - Jeff Sander, Onawa, Iowa Opinions expressed in the Mini Editorial are those of the writer and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Journal. Kevin Alons, a Salix Republican, won his unopposed Iowa Senate District 7 race on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022. The Journal chatted with Alons about his priorities in 2023 and asked him question about some of the biggest issues facing the area. Get opinion pieces, letters and editorials sent directly to your inbox weekly!