Iowa activists push to oust three justices in retention vote
Bob Vander Plaats leads a push to unseat Chief Justice Marsha Ternus and Justices David Baker and Michael Streit over same sex marriage rulings. Iowans for Fair and Impartial Courts argues retention elections could force judicial campaigns with increased fundraising, citing Brennan Center data.
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Iowa judges selection debate frames merit vs electoral path
The article surveys how Iowa selects judges, noting a mix of election and merit systems across courts. It details advocacy by Vander Plaats opponents, concerns about campaign money, and explanations from experts about retention votes and past removals.
Merit selection safeguards fair Iowa courts say commissioners
Iowa judges are chosen through a nonpartisan merit system, state and district nominating commissions interview candidates, review education and experience, and forward finalists to the governor for appointment. Members stress thorough background checks and impartial interviews over campaigning.
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Negative Iowa race escalates with personal attacks and media saturation
Political observers note the Iowa contest between Culver and Branstad is turning increasingly negative with personal jabs and aggressive ads. Campaigns rely on blogs and social media as turnout concerns rise and independents may retreat, while early voting begins soon.
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