Getting to know our judges panel discussion at Drake University
The Gazette reports on a FOI panel at Drake University discussing media coverage of the courts after the 2010 retention vote that ousted three Iowa Supreme Court justices. Judges Neary and Streit urged public outreach while preserving judicial independence and reducing political influence in nominating commissions.
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Iowa Freedom of Information Council
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Iowa Supreme Court
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Iaw
Bill Brown
District Court
Jeffrey Neary
Sioux City
Supreme Court
Michael Streit
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Corporate control and democracy in America debated
A letter discussing corporate influence in politics, media bias on Occupy coverage, Supreme Court rulings, and criticism of Obama policies. It endorses civic action, references Cedar Rapids figures Kathe and Gary Goldstein, Monica Vernon, and urges voting to re-elect Vernon.
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Supreme Court
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Gary Goldstein
Cedar Rapids
Monica Vernon
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Palin's 2012 decision frames God as guiding her path
Kathleen Parker argues Palin did not run for president after hearing God's direction. The column assesses the political consequences of Palin's choice, suggesting divine guidance aligned with issues of party unity, candidate strength, and national calm.
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Julia Roberts
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From vague to a real agenda for the Occupy movement
The Occupy protests echo the Bonus Army and Tea Party in tone and frustration over unemployment, economic inequality, and corporate greed. Vague aims threaten to drift without clear goals as groups offer to shape the movement, urging occupiers to define their agenda quickly.
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