Iowa Voters Face Judicial Retention Amid Nelson Case
The Gazette editorial urges voters to monitor judges after appointments through Iowa merit selection. It notes Judge Thomas Horan found Phyllis Nelson guilty of voluntary manslaughter in the December 2001 stabbing, highlighting how bench trials affect outcomes. Since 1962 four judges have been removed via retention votes.
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Iowa Bar Association Judges Retention Plebiscite Criteria Emerges
Voters and attorneys rate judges on 11 characteristics including knowledge of the law, judicial temperament, impartiality, and punctuality. The association publishes poll results about a month before retention elections, guiding informed ballot choices. biographies are online.
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RiverRun plans for Mount Trashmore to boost Cedar Rapids tourism
Reader letters discuss RiverRun at Mount Trashmore and new activities in Cedar Rapids including rafting biking and pools. Other sections express concerns about Middle East conflict media coverage and local school district openness, urging scrutiny and civic involvement.
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Bush's leadership reshapes world relations and signals gains
The piece argues that Bush's approach mirrors Reagan's strength through deterrence and resolve, asserting the Iraq victory shifted North Korea and Iran toward dialogue. It contends the world respects a decisive U.S. stance, reducing threats and encouraging engagement with the axis of evil.
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