Supreme Court ruling reaffirms race as a factor in college admissions
The Supreme Court, in a 7-1 decision, tells a federal appeals court to apply strict scrutiny to the University of Texas admissions program while upholding the 2003 ruling that universities may consider race. Justice Kennedy notes courts should defer to universities on diversity as essential, but scrutinize the methods used to boost minority enrollment.
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Iowans Donated Over 1 Million to 2012 Campaigns
Eleven Iowans gave more than 1 million dollars to federal candidates parties and PACs in 2012 according to a Sunlight Foundation report. Bruce Rastetter led with 118 300 dollars and Thomas Moreland followed at 117 500 with most donors split between Republican and Democratic funding. 160 Iowans contributed a total of 4 671 897 dollars, with a minimum 12 950 dollars to qualify as part of the top tier.
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Sunlight report tools Iowa donors in political money debate
The piece notes University of Iowa political scientist Tim Hagle and Drake University expert Arthur Sanders questioning Sunlight Foundation claims that the wealthy unduly influence elections. It cites the 2012 Latham vs Boswell race and Braley vs King as examples, with further discussion of donor access and the First Amendment.
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Reid Rejects Temporary Farm Bill as House Debates Vote
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid said a short term farm bill is not an option and urged the House to pass the Senate version. He cited Friday's historic House defeat and argued the bill would cut $20 billion from food stamp programs, harming vulnerable Americans.
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