Toward fairness in employment protections expands LGBT rights
The Senate passed a bill extending federal employment discrimination protections to gays lesbians and transgender Americans by a 64 to 32 vote with ten Republicans joining Democrats. It preserves church related exemptions and small firms under 15 employees. The Gazette urges House action citing Iowa parallels and broad support for fairness.
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Iowa readers weigh DOT rules and nuclear energy in Cedar Rapids letter
A reader criticizes the Iowa Department of Transportation for traffic camera policy, praises 60 mph on I 380 in Cedar Rapids, and supports nuclear power as part of a cleaner energy mix. Other letters urge caution on Rock Island Clean Line, urge public action, and highlight Tanager Place arts programs and fundraising.
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Pope Francis seeks lay input on Catholic teachings for 2014 synod
Mary Sanchez discusses Pope Francis inviting parishioners to weigh in on hard questions about birth control same sex couples and premarital living. The Vatican survey aims to gauge pastoral responses while signaling openness to modern realities and reform within the church. Language notes tensions between Rome and some bishops over how input is collected. Sanchez KCStar.com.
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No vote for mayoral shame in Chicago’s long line of mayors
Chicago Tribune columnist John Kass likens Toronto and Chicago to see who has more embarrassing mayoral scandals. He cites Rob Ford, Bob Filner, Kwame Kilpatrick and Marion Barry, arguing Chicago’s leadership drains funds and enjoys clout, despite no video of crack smoke. He mocks media comparisons and favors fiscal ruin over shame.
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