Rights restoration for Iowa felons gains bipartisan push
The Gazette urges lawmakers to pass House File 2266 to restore voting and firearm rights for nonviolent felons. It notes Iowa's dual, burdensome processes through the governor and DPS, highlights racial disparities, and argues a stable, bipartisan bill is needed before Reynolds and future administrations.
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President calls himself a genius in a contentious broadcast
A reader letter questions the presidents self description and criticizes his tact. The writer cites an Iowa House bill to publish names of those who pay for sex and crush their vehicles after conviction, arguing for alternative penalties or fund allocation instead of wasting valued property.
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Why Johnny can't jump anymore high
Lenore Skenazy argues Irish study shows 12 and 13 year olds struggle with jumping running and catching. She urges free play in schools and after school hours with open gyms and supervision to foster physical skills and social growth. She highlights Let Grow and The Self-Driven Child research and calls for a shift from structured lessons to child led activity.
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I Run, Let Grow
Cedar Rapids NOW launches feminine hygiene drive for women and girls
The Cedar Rapids chapter of the National Organization for Women gathers pads and tampons to aid homeless and incarcerated women and girls. Donations will help the Foundation 2 shelter, Juvenile Detention Center, and transitional housing programs, with drop-off at Mount Mercy Graduation Center.
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