Ramadan Moon Brings Renewal Says Imam Hassan Selim
Imam Hassan M. Selim of the Islamic Center of Cedar Rapids notes Ramadan begins with the new moon on the eve of Sunday June 5. He explains fasting, charity, and community as core duties, urging connection with families and the needy, and embracing spiritual renewal during the ninth Islamic month. Selim also serves as vice president of the Inter-Religious Council of Linn County.
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Community letters on bathroom bill spark heated debate
In Cedar Rapids a community letter denounces President Obama's push to sue North Carolina over its bathroom bill and critiques transgender rights discourse. The writer cites Iowa's 2007 gender identity addition and ponders linguistic trivia about Morley Safer, ending with praise for his writing craft.
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Confessions of a former dead-ender Ernie Sanders winds down bid
Froma Harrop notes Ernie Sanders ends his Democratic nomination run shifting focus from Hillary Clinton to Donald Trump. A 28 percent poll dissenters will not back Clinton, with some vowing Trump votes. The piece recalls 2008 Obama Clinton dynamics and calls dead-enders a lasting influence within the party.
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Ward council voting reform urged for Marion city wards
Charles Knudsen urges that ward council seats be elected only by voters within each ward. He cites at large voting under Marion's 1975 Home Rule Charter and asks the City Council about changing the code or pursuing a ballot, noting potential disparities in ward outcomes. Knudsen, a longtime Marion resident and active community member, requests public support.
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