Iowa redistricting commission faces legality questions
The Iowa Legislature debated whether the Temporary Advisory Commission should vote or merely comment on redistricting information. A 3-2 party line vote prompted questions about the panel’s duties under law. Lawmakers must clarify in code to avoid further wrangling in a special session on Proposal No. 2.
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Clash of clams over a bridge repair sparks debate
A Higgin's eye clam site in the Mississippi channel near a closed Marquette bridge prompts officials to ignore habitat concerns. They argue cost and urgency favor bridge work, while noting endangered species debates echo past snail darter cases and the need for practical decision making.
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Mississippi
Abortion Debate Opens Deep Moral and Personal Wounds
A columnist recounts a personal story of rape and a pregnancy to oppose abortion bans for the poor. He describes a Senate push by Jesse Helms and the Moral Majority, and asserts the right to seek abortion despite poverty or legal penalties, arguing the broader moral stakes and potential reach of restrictions.
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Jesse Helms
North Carolina
Moral Majority
Sen. Helms
Right To Life
End price nine tenths ends and fake sales tactics
A reader argues gasoline prices should be a whole cent rather than ending in nine tenths of a cent. He recalls prewar pricing, says managers keep nine tenths to deceive customers, and urges state or federal action to ban prices or ads that mislead consumers.
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Saudi Arabia
Federal Trade Commission
Unfair jail conditions at Linn County Jail protest
A statement alleges mass punishment of about 75 inmates after a May 26 attempted escape, with visitation and phone bans except for attorneys. Inmates report lack of cleaning supplies, toilet tissue, adequate exercise, and basic nutrition amid unsanitary cell blocks and ignored requests. The note defends the presumption of innocence until proven guilty.
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Sheriff's Department
Parade observer urges caution over mini-car drivers
A reader praised the Shriners parade overall but expressed concern about the mini-cars being driven too fast and close to spectators last Thursday. The writer urged drivers to exercise more caution to prevent potential accidents while reaffirming appreciation for the Shriners' work for children.
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Reagan speechwriting crisis exposes weaker policy unity
William Safire critiques Reagan for a rambling West Point address and a disorganized approach to foreign policy messaging. He notes stalled chief speechwriter hiring, reliance on in-house drafts, and the risk of fragmented policy without a central authorial voice. The piece contrasts past practice with present weak coordination under The Great Communicator label.
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Detroit
Ken Khachegian
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Anthony Dolan
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