Iowa Senate backs five-justice court supermajority bill
The Iowa Senate approved Senate File 2282 by 26 votes to 24, a proposal to require five of the seven Supreme Court justices to declare a law unconstitutional. Critics warn the plan could block rulings and prolong legal limbo, arguing it undermines the court and public access. The Gazette editorial urges the House to reject the bill and scrap it.
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Community letters raise concerns over politics and Cedar River pollution
Kevin Link of Solon critiques partisanship and PAC influence while recounting his Feb 17 golf fundraiser at Sutliff Bridge Authority. He laments environmental damage from Cedar River watershed runoff and urges natural resources protection to safeguard waterways and future generations.
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Humans Still Needed as Tech Pecks at Service Quality
Froma Harrop notes that while many customers prefer computer assisted service, glitches at self checkouts and automated lines reveal limits of machines. When problems arise, companies should escalate to human staff to preserve satisfaction and address complex issues.
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Iowa City awards grants for data driven justice and bias work
Iowa City approves two new police positions funded by grants from the Laura and John Arnold Foundation and the International Association of Chiefs of Police. The programs push data driven justice and gender bias response to improve handling of domestic and sexual violence.
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