Iowa's close vote on constitutional amendments
Iowans backed two amendments by a slim margin, signaling careful consideration of spending rules and tax proposals. The editorial notes the 99 percent spending limit belongs in law not the constitution and warns against interpreting the result as broad permission to tax or spend.
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Silicone breast implants evaluated by National Academy panel
The National Academy of Sciences asked the Institute of Medicine to assess medical evidence on implants. The panel found no definitive links to cancer or systemic illnesses, urged informed warnings about rupture and replacement, and noted breast milk benefits. Public opinion and court beliefs contrast with the cautious scientific stance.
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Bill Clinton
Monica Lewinsky
Institute of Medicine
Nas.edu
Dow Corning
National Academy of Sciences
Independent
Stuart Bondurant
University of North Carolina
Chapel Hill
Food and Drug Administration
FDA
Court of Public Opinion
Breast implants safety debate questions sufficiency of data
Diana Zuckerman argues the 400 page Institute of Medicine report relies on 17 epidemiological studies funded by manufacturers and surgeons. She notes rare diseases and long-term effects require larger, better designed studies and upcoming government analyses to determine true safety.
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Diana Zuckerman
Institute of Medicine
National Cancer Institute
Vietnam
Ten Commandments in schools spark debate on gun violence
Ron Howes argues against posting the Ten Commandments in public schools citing mixed religious bases and claims lawmakers misinterpret the issue. He notes supposed effects on school shootings and mocks political statements by Rep. Bob Barr.
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Columbine High
Bob Barr
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Columbine High School
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