Secrecy in Judicial Conduct Scrutiny Sparks Debate in Iowa
A two day hearing in Johnson County centered on District Associate Judge Stephen C. Gerard II following a 60 day suspension for an improper sexual relationship and late reports. The Judicial Qualifications Commission keeps most records confidential unless the Supreme Court is asked to act, triggering public records only for the court.
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Judicial Qualifications Commission
Johnson County
Stephen C. Gerard II
Oover
Gerard
Iowa Supreme Court
David Boyd
Ilona
Commission
State Supreme Court
Supreme Court
Cedar Rapids
David A. Elderkin
Gazette Letter Policy Notes on Opinions and Corrections
The Gazette states it does not vouch for readers letters accuracy nor judge opinions. It invites corrections or contradictions to be published in equal opportunity.
Mailer critiques post 9 11 patriotism amid Salt Lake Olympics
Norman Mailer blasts American flag worship in interviews reprinted after the Salt Lake City Winter Games. He argues patriotism has become a religion and questions flag displays while urging focus on democratic improvement and individual achievement beyond national medals.
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Norman Mailer
Salt Lake City
Veterans confront toxic exposure in wartime service
The writer supports President Bush on better pay and gear for service members but decries the slow VA process and flawed civil claims system for veterans sick from Agent Orange, Gulf War syndrome, radiation, or asbestos. A reform is urged, led by Congress, to ensure timely help for ill veterans. Pat Shanahan of Cedar Rapids is noted as State VFW commander.
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Bush
Navy
Veterans Affairs Department
Congress
Washington
America
Pat Shanahan
Cedar Rapids
VFW
The Gazette Seeks Letters and Guest Columns
The Gazette invites public letters and guest columns addressing public business. Include writer’s full name signature full street address and daytime phone number. No anonymous submissions. 300 word limit for letters one per writer every 30 days.
Rights and risks in smoking bans and obesity debate
A Mount Vernon letter argues restaurant owners may not exceed OSHA nicotine limits, comparing nicotine exposure to obesity. The writer and responder contend bans protect non-smokers, noting that fat people do not affect others' health the same way secondhand smoke does, and urge respect for individual rights.
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Mount Vernon
OSHA
the Gazette
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