Lawyers respond to society not dictate its actions
Gazette editor Mike Deupree argued too many lawsuits and lawyers. the response contends society creates rights and courts interpret them. It notes complex federal statutes since 1964, the judiciary expanding into public policy, and that lawyers protect rights rather than create them.
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Elderken noted Cedar Rapids lawyer with trial bar roles
Periodic observations from Eastern Iowans invite ideas. David M. Elderk in Cedar Rapids since 1937. He served as Iowa State Bar Association president and sits on the boards of Iowa Academy of Trial Lawyers and American College of Trial Lawyers.
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Right Carl Kane on spellings and editors notes
A commentary traces a spelling dispute in journalism from misprints to editor readings. It cites examples from a UPI report and local columns noting misspellings such as falderal moniker and leasure versus leisure. The piece reflects on language choices and publication standards.
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