Marion school board accused by ethics panel over merger vote
Iowa Ethics and Campaign Disclosure Commission says the Marion Independent school board illegally opposed merger with Linn-Mar by spending public funds on an advocacy stance. The panel deems endorsements as a thing of value and limits free speech for governing bodies, though allows it for individual members.
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Free speech rights for school boards debated
A discussion argues individual board members may express views, but a governing body should not act as a unit in elections. It questions whether public bodies can or should take sides on issues like merger, stressing the public’s right to know where officials stand as individuals. Corporations deserve limited voice, but government should remain neutral.
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Marines Open Beach In Soma Operation Restore Hope
Report describes Marines landing at Soma under glare of television lights. Military leaders decry coverage and warn network crews to avoid battlefield lighting. Pentagon urges common sense to prevent civilian danger and soldier exposure.
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We Should Know What We Get Into In Somalia
Anna Simons, UCLA anthropologist, argues Americans overestimate Somali expertise and fear misinformation. She urges better understanding of Somali politics, clans, and regional power before U.S. or U.N. intervention, calling for informed diplomacy and cautious action.
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Consumers must join plan to rebuild economy says Emily Card
Emily Card argues the president elect should enlist consumers in economic recovery by promoting thrift and saving over high spending. She cites the need to curb debt, encourage tax incentives for savers, and proposals like tax-free savings up to 20 000 to 30 000 with new deposit insurance and a deficit funding plan to finance recovery.
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Rush Limbaugh's TV Show Expands National Reach
Herb Kane profiles Rush Limbaugh as a dominant media force expanding from radio to a new TV slot. The piece notes Limbaugh's audience growth from 58 to 525 stations, his radio precision from 1 to 4 p.m., and a late night national TV debut at 12 35 a.m. on KCRG TV 9. It highlights his controversial tone, mockery of liberals, and endorsements of conservative politics including support for Bush.
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