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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 2018
Page
5
Guest columnist Eric Baker urges lawmakers to reexamine Marsys Law in 2019 to protect Iowa crime victims. He notes the 2018 session did not reach a floor vote, and emphasizes victims rights including restitution speaking at sentencing and constitutional protections alongside the accused.
Readers weigh in on gun violence solutions and require inclusive LGBTQ curriculum. A council urges background checks and responsible gun ownership while school patrons defend inclusive instruction and representation of LGBTQ people in all subjects. Karen Nichols Town City
Kathleen Parker argues that Roseanne Barr's Jarrett tweet exposes deep rooted racism and a culture that tolerates bigotry. She criticizes Barr's excuses and notes the broader media and political climate shaping accountability, with Jarrett remaining dignified amid the controversy.
A May poll from Morningside College shows Iowans nearly evenly split on tightening gun laws with 42 percent for more strict rules, 41 percent keeping current laws, and 12 percent favoring less strict rules. Republicans lean to status quo while Democrats favor stricter measures. The survey of 994 adults notes no broad mandate for change despite gun incidents and a history of expansive policy last year.
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