Kavanaugh unfit for Supreme Court in editorial stance
The Gazette editorial argues against Brett Kavanaugh’s Supreme Court nomination citing alleged misconduct and biased proceedings. It condemns partisan attacks, asserts Kavanaugh lied under oath about Yale and Georgetown prep, and urges Grassley and Ernst to reconsider while condemning hyperpartisanship and urging bipartisan Senate action.
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Yale University
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Joni Ernst
Courage and memory in the Ford Kavanaugh hearing
Sam Osborne reflects on Christine Blasey Ford’s Senate testimony as a moment of courage born from fear and circumstance. The piece considers how trauma is kept hidden and the human need for understanding, forgiveness, and resilience amid public scrutiny.
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Brett Kavanaugh
Supreme Court
Ford
Sam Osborne
West Branch
Kavanaugh testimony judged troubling by South Amana reader
Lawrence Rettig writes from South Amana that Brett Kavanaugh’s Senate opening statement showed aggression and partisanship. He questions impartiality as a future Supreme Court justice and calls for recusal in related cases. He contrasts reactions to tears with Christine Blasey Ford.
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Supreme Court
Lawrence Rettig
South
Amana
Dusky gopher frog fate tied to Endangered Species Act case
Harrop argues preserving species serves public good beyond animals and cites 1973 Act success. The Mississippi frog population nears extinction. Holt owners contest 1500 acres designated as critical habitat in Louisiana. Court decision could jeopardize habitat protections and illuminate balance of environment versus land use.
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Bureau of Land Management
Nixon
Brett Kavanaugh
Adams Sullivan Reports Dismal Turnout In Liberty City Election
In Liberty, 9 percent turnout marked a deep apathy in Tuesday's special city election for a council seat. Adam Sullivan notes voter participation was especially low in student-heavy precincts Iowa City 20 and Iowa City 5, with Bruce Teague winning 2 277 votes to Ann Freerks 1 896 and 17 write ins. He questions turnout impact and praises nonpartisan process.
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Iowa City 5
University of Iowa
Bruce Teague
Ann Freerks
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