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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 30, 2013

Page

6

Boy Scouts Debates on Gay Participation Cause Controversy

The Gazette editorial critiques a proposed policy to end excluding gay youths but keep bans on openly gay adult volunteers. It argues the plan muddles inclusion with discrimination, risking youth messaging and core Boy Scouts aims. The May 23 National Council vote will decide the policy.

of Scouts National Council Boy Scouts Boy Scouts of America

Football is dead in America says columnist John Kass

Chicago Tribune columnist John Kass argues football as a cultural institution is collapsing due to injuries and lawsuits. He cites concussions and brain damage, the rise of parental opposition, and looming litigation as factors threatening the NFL and feeder systems from youth to college.

America NFL Chicago Bears Dave Duerson John Kass The Chicago Tribune Jskass Tribune.com

Safety and cost drive Johnson County justice center vote

In a May 7 election the bond for a $43.5 million justice center aims to fix crowded jail risks poor courthouse security and space limits. Proponents say reduced rooms and beds still meet safety needs with current low interest rates, while housing out-of-county inmates costs over $1 million yearly.

Johnson County Justice Center Criminal Justice Coordinating Committee Board of Supervisors Larry T. Wilson Iowa City

County charter drive aims to shift Linn County to manager system

Richard Rice and Mike Engelken plan a petition drive for 10 000 signatures to form a county charter commission in Linn County. The panel could propose a county manager form, reducing part time supervisors powers. Critics warn most appointees will uphold the status quo amid six figure salaries and potential tax reforms.

Richard Rice Mike Engelken Rice Engelken Linn Charter Commission

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