Johnson County attorney seeks re election in June 3 primary
Janet Lyness of Iowa City, a Democrat, runs for Johnson County attorney seeking re election. She highlights 24 years as a licensed attorney, a 34 member staff, and a $2.9 million budget. She cites diversion programs cutting jail population, crime victims advocacy, and community efforts on racial justice and mental health.
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Janet Lyness
Iowa City
Johnson County Board of Supervisors
John Zimmerman
New Jersey
Chris Christie
Terry Branstad
Court limits prayer as speech in meetings and digitization debate grows
A column analyzes a Supreme Court ruling allowing prayers at government meetings as protected speech. It argues the decision shifts prayer from reverence to just another speech act, prompting debates on digitizing public records and balancing privacy, cost, and public access. It cautions against sectarian content in official forums.
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City Hall
Supreme Court
Anthony Kennedy
Jesus
Galloway
Zimmerman outlines a reform vision for Johnson County law enforcement
John Zimmerman, a Democratic candidate for Johnson County attorney, contrasts the current system shaped by police priorities with his plan to center social justice. He cites racial disparities in marijuana charges, jail demographics, and bond issues, arguing the office has prioritized police and the well off over all citizens.
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Johnson County
Vernon and Ver non endorsed for Iowa congress in letters
A reader endorses Vernon for Congress citing his responsive help after floods and his work in Washington. Diane Nemmers Stefani supports his fiscally responsible, socially progressive stance. Other letters praise international student experiences and postal service issues in Iowa City.
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Monica Vernon
Washington, D.C
Vernon
Congress
Diane Nemmers
Stefani
Cedar Rapids
Turkey
Iowa Resource For International Service
Shellsburg
Congressmen Travel First Class Amidst Spend Concerns
A reader recalls flying first class rarey and questions the cost gap to taxpayers from Cedar Rapids to Reagan National. The note also links Christie Branstad ties and alleged governance improprieties, urging scrutiny of officials and appointees.
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Cedar Rapids
Jefferson High School
Wise Club
Shellsburg
Libel Ezgi Sen
Dar Rapids
Reagan Airport
Washington
D.C
Phil Alexander Marion
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