Editorial: Shooting death warrants stronger openness rules
The Gazette argues for updated Iowa open records laws as Autumn Steele's 2014 Burlington shooting case highlights gaps. A $2 million settlement awaits federal approval, while only 12 seconds of body cam video has been released. Public records fights persist, with hearings set and calls for legislative action.
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Letters support Democrat Clemens for House District 73
In a community letter, Jodi Clemens, Democratic candidate for House District 73, is praised as kind, patient, and capable of civil discourse. The writer urges Republicans to oppose President Trump and supports Clemens for her calm, respectful approach, conflict resolution, and focus on facts over feelings.
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Cruel border policy questioned by Christian leader columnist
Bob Vander Plaats argues that zero tolerance at the U S Mexico border inflicts cruelty on families. He urges justice with mercy, condemning detentions that separate parents from children and urging Trump Sessions and Congress to change policy while upholding biblical principles. The column originally appeared in the New York Times.
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Iowa GOP faces unity test over child separation policy
Iowa Republicans debate the Trump administration policy of separating migrant families at the border. Bob Vander Plaats calls it a collective gut check moment for America while Sen. Grassley and others seek a legislative fix. Local figures defend compassion yet remain wary of политical backlash amid partisan tensions.
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