UI president under fire over openness and privacy
The Gazette editorial urges University of Iowa President Sally Mason to adopt a more balanced approach to disclosure. It cites budget crises, the 2008 flood aftermath, and recent controversies including personnel cases and faculty protests over a College of Education survey. The piece argues current secrecy damages public trust and calls for clearer sunshine law interpretations and more open governance.
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Iowa Supreme Court Says Woman Too Attractive? Fire Allowed
A Kansas City Star column notes the Iowa Supreme Court's 7-0 ruling allowing a dentist to fire his assistant for being too titillating, labeling the decision as a setback for gender equality. The case involved Melissa Nelson and dentist James Knight, who claimed the firing protected his marriage despite no sexual relationship.
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Time to reexamine nations anti discrimination laws
Guest columnist Paul F. deLespinasse argues that anti discrimination law relies on motives rather than actions, creating lengthy litigation and government overreach. He cites the Iowa dentist firing case, praises the Iowa Supreme Court for restraint, and calls for legislatures to reconsider the expanding list of illegal discriminations and the wisdom of such laws.
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Energy Tax Hike Backlash From Lawmakers Letter
A group of Congress members urge Obama and Boehner to raise taxes on energy producers by over 50 billion dollars, arguing punished energy firms hurt 9 million workers and the economy. They contrast this with praise for job creation during tough times.
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