Smokey Robinson disinvited from Florida school rally over faith remarks
A Florida anti drug rally attendee Smokey Robinson was dropped after officials learned his remarks would reference his religious faith. The incident highlights debates over religion in public spaces, school policies, and evolving workplace guidelines. The column argues concerns about religious expression, not suppressing faith, shape public policy and constitutional rights.
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Corrections list for Linn County race and Iowa Arts Festival
Corrections note Lumir Dostal seeks the Linn County supervisor Republican nomination in today’s election. George Canas, Cedar Rapids, graduates summa cum laude from Coe College in biology, science, molecular biology and religion. The Gazette provides fixes to Sunday’s Arts Festival schedule June 10 19 in Iowa City including cancellations for June 12 and 17 and updated performance times on June 19.
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Wife of slain PLO aide named social welfare minister
In Tunis six years after Khalil al-Wazir Abu Jihad was killed by an Israeli raid, Intisar al-Wazir is appointed minister for social welfare in the Palestinian National Authority. The 24 member body will govern Gaza and Jericho until elections. She recalls the night her husband died and says the peace task begins with focus on peace, awaiting broader territory.
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Pet health insurance grows as owners seek coverage for dogs and cats
In Salt Lake City AP reports that pet health plans emerge as owners seek preventive care. A Utah clinic explains three tier options from $10 to $25 monthly covering vaccines, routine treatments, and discounted surgery. Major insurers fade, leaving Veterinary Pet Insurance as a large player with 500000 policies.
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