Ames Faces Few Complaints After Sexual Orientation Code
The Ames city code adding sexual orientation protections has seen five discrimination complaints since adoption. Opponents warned of overreach, while supporters cited lived experiences of unfair treatment. Iowa City had earlier discussions underscoring the role of cited examples in shaping the law.
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Religious opposition blocks adding sexual orientation to city code
In Dubuque, religious leaders helped defeat a move to add sexual orientation to the city code. Bill Blum of the Human Rights Commission and city solicitor notes community bias and that few would file complaints, while university towns like Iowa City and Ames show more support due to diverse populations.
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Clergy Split Over Cedar Rapids Rights Code Change
Clergy from Lutheran, Jewish, Muslim groups back and oppose adding sexual orientation to Cedar Rapids civil rights code. A public hearing follows a Civil Rights Commission recommendation. supporters urge equal treatment, opponents warn of changes to family values and urge a referendum.
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Impeachment vote narrows as House mulls Clinton case
Full House likely to vote Friday or Saturday on impeaching President Clinton over his sexual affair with Monica Lewinsky. Lawmakers on and off the committee weigh polls and constituents while back room talks push for possible censure or exit strategies. Clinton legal team aims to cast Starr as villain for a national televised audience.
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Last Khmer Rouge band lays down arms in Cambodia
The last main fighting force of the Khmer Rouge surrendered to the Cambodian government near Preah Vihear temple, ending over 30 years of civil war. Khem Nuon led the deal, while three top leaders Ta Mok Khieu Samphan and Nuon Chea remained at large. The surrender follows a broader political deal bringing Hun Sen and Prince Norodom Ranariddh into a functioning government backed by the UN.
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Senior meals program links restaurants to elderly
A dietitian helped design Burger King menus and a five coupon plan to feed about 38,000 seniors in Linn and Johnson counties. Breakfast offers three choices and milk. lunch and dinner include junior Whoppers and salads. The program, reimbursed 56 cents per coupon by USDA, aims to boost elderly nutrition and expand public private partnerships, with concerns about funding and access for widows on fixed incomes. Susie Uthoff supports the idea but notes her own fast food work.
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